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Singapore Foreign Minister Visits Pakistan
Singapore's foreign minister to visit Pakistan on Oct 30 for diplomatic talks.
In brief
Singapore's foreign minister to visit Pakistan on Oct 30 for diplomatic talks. Singapore's Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan will visit Pakistan on October 30 to discuss bilateral relations and disaster management cooperation. Originally reported by Dawn.
Singapore Foreign Minister Visit
Singapore's Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan will undertake an official visit to Islamabad on Friday (Oct 30) at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
Diplomatic Significance
The visit coincides with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Singapore and comes ahead of Singapore's assumption of the Asean chairmanship in 2027.
Bilateral Talks
During the visit, Dar and Dr Balakrishnan will hold bilateral talks covering the entire spectrum of Pakistan-Singapore relations and exchange views on regional and global developments of mutual interest.
Disaster Management MoU
A memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in disaster management between Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and Singapore’s Civil Defence Force (SCDF) will also be exchanged.
Leadership Engagement
Balakrishnan will also call on Pakistan’s leadership, the FO said.
Cordial Relations
Pakistan and Singapore maintain cordial bilateral relations based on mutual respect and longstanding friendship.
Shared Commitment
The visit underscores the shared commitment of the two countries to deepening and diversifying their bilateral partnership.
Previous Contact
DPM Dar last spoke to Balakrishnan in May, requesting Singapore’s support in facilitating the 'welfare and repatriation' of 11 Pakistanis and 20 Iranians aboard vessels seized by the United States.
At a glance
Singapore's Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan will visit Pakistan on October 30 to discuss bilateral relations and disaster management cooperation.
