President holds talks on regional stability with Singapore’s Defence Minister
August 21, 2023 02:19 pm
President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who is currently on a two-day official visit to Singapore, has met the country’s Defence Minister Dr. Ng Eng Hen, the President’s Media Division (PMD) reported.
During the meeting which was focused on amplifying security and defence collaboration between the two nations, talks were focused on geopolitical developments and the importance of regional stability for small maritime countries, according to the PMD.
The discussions between Minister Ng Eng Hen and President Wickremesinghe underscored the paramount importance of strengthening security partnerships in the South Asian region.
Singapore’s Defence Minister Dr. Ng Eng Hen and President Wickremesinghe further highlighted the necessity for consistent communication and coordination to effectively address common security concerns.
Both nations are set to harness their respective strengths to create a synergistic partnership that enhances the security landscape in the region, the PMD said.
Meanwhile, President Wickremesinghe also met the Minister for Sustainability and Environment of Singapore Ms Grace FU Hai Yien.
Earlier today (21), President Wickramasinghe also met Singapore’s President Halimah Yacob.
President Wickremesinghe left the island for a two-day official visit to Singapore this morning (21).
Throughout this visit, President Wickremesinghe has a series of significant meetings planned, including bilateral discussions with with Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, and Sustainability and Environment Minister Grace Fu Hai Yien.