Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is set to strengthen bilateral relations with China during his first official visit since taking office, marking 35 years of diplomatic ties between the two nations. 🎉 In an exclusive interview, Wong outlined plans to deepen collaboration in innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation—signaling a new era of partnership. 💡
From Industrial Parks to Green Futures 🌱
Wong highlighted how legacy projects like the Suzhou Industrial Park have evolved into hubs for cutting-edge initiatives, including low-carbon energy and biomedical sciences. "China's development is an economic miracle," he said, praising its urban transformation and resilience. 🏙️
Pushing Back Against Protectionism 🚫
The Prime Minister didn’t hold back on global challenges, criticizing U.S. protectionist policies like punitive tariffs. "Unilateral moves risk destabilizing trade," he warned, advocating for reformed multilateral systems to benefit all nations. 🌐
Regional Frameworks Take Center Stage 🤝
Wong expressed strong support for China’s role in regional partnerships, including ASEAN and the Digital Economy Partnership Agreement (DEPA). He also welcomed upgrades to the China-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement, calling it a win for global cooperation. 📈
As Wong heads to the Summer Davos forum in Tianjin, his message is clear: In a divided world, collaboration isn’t just ideal—it’s essential. 🔑
