Indonesia and Singapore have decided to work together on family development projects to increase community welfare in both countries. The alliance demonstrates their common commitment to improving family well-being through research-driven programs and policy exchanges. During a meeting with Singapore's Minister of Social and Family Development Masagos Zulkifli, Indonesia's Minister of Population and Family Development Wihaji emphasized the necessity of collaboration despite disparities in governance, culture, and population size. "Despite Singapore's advanced status, there are many area
Singapore and India are set to sign a Letter of Intent (LoI) for a Green Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC), which will improve maritime cooperation and link India's marine sector to global shipping networks. The deal is anticipated to be signed during Indian Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal's visit to Singapore next week. Sonowal, who leads the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, will attend the Singapore Maritime Week (SMW) on March 24–28. The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) hosts the event, which brings together prominent worldwide industry leaders. Teo Eng
Singapore and Vietnam are reaffirming their commitment to regional healthcare collaboration by opening a new Regional Collaborating Centre (RCC) in Hanoi. The program, led by the SingHealth Duke-NUS Global Health Institute (SDGHI) and Hanoi Medical University (HMU), seeks to improve medical research, academic partnerships, and healthcare innovation throughout Southeast Asia. The RCC will serve as a major point for information sharing and talent development, resulting in improved healthcare networks between the two nations. This collaboration extends a long-standing partnership between Sing
On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon of New Zealand met at Hyderabad House in New Delhi to talk about ways to strengthen their relationship. Luxon landed in India on Sunday for a five-day official visit, his first since becoming New Zealand's leader. His visit comes at an important time, as both countries aim to expand commerce, digital connection, and strategic relationships. As part of his tour, Luxon will be the keynote speaker at the 10th Raisina Dialogue. In addition to meeting PM Modi, he is scheduled to meet President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtra
Tulsi Gabbard, the US Director of National Intelligence (DNI), is currently in India to attend a high-profile security meeting as well as the Raisina Dialogue, a major global geopolitical and economics forum. Her visit is the first by a senior official from the Trump administration to India. Gabbard is on a multi-nation trip of the Indo-Pacific, including stops in Japan, Thailand, and France. During her visit to India, she is anticipated to meet with key leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She will give the keynote talk at the Raisina Dialogue on March 18. However, neither
India and New Zealand have officially begun discussions for a comprehensive and mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement (FTA), marking an important milestone in their economic partnership. This would be India's second trade agreement in the Oceania region, following its FTA with Australia in April 2022. The pact intends to improve trade relations and open up new economic prospects for both nations. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal expressed confidence about the development, saying, "We are delighted to announce the start of India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement negotiations." This mileston
On March 11, Vietnam's Minister of Finance, Nguyen Van Thang, met with Singapore's Minister for Manpower and Second Minister for Trade and Industry, Tan See Leng, to discuss measures to improve bilateral economic connectivity. Their meetings took place during Party General Secretary To Lam's official visit to Singapore, highlighting both nations' commitment to improving bilateral relations. During the discussions, Minister Thang expressed gratitude for Singapore's support and highlighted Vietnam's commitment to economic engagement. He emphasised Vietnam's continuous efforts to reorganise i
On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Mauritius' highest civilian award, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean. Mauritius's president, Dharam Gokhool, awarded the medal during a magnificent event on the island nation. With this award, PM Modi becomes the first Indian leader to acquire such high recognition. Accepting the prize, Modi expressed sincere gratitude, describing it as not only a personal honour but also a tribute to 1.4 billion Indians. He highlighted the centuries-long cultural and historical linkages between India and Mauritius.
Mark Carney, the recently elected leader of Canada's Liberal Party, has stated that he wants to restore relations with India, which have been strained under departing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The 59-year-old, who is generally projected to become Canada's next Prime Minister, has placed a high priority on improving trade and diplomatic relations with India. Speaking in Calgary this week, he emphasised the necessity of developing commerce with friendly countries and highlighted the importance of re-establishing ties with India. "What Canada will seek to do is diversify its commercial p
Saudi Arabia is rapidly transforming into a key hub for artificial intelligence and data centres, with Riyadh likely to lead the Middle East's data centre growth over the next three years. According to a forecast by real estate services firm Jones Lang LaSalle Inc. (JLL), the Saudi capital's data centre footprint would rise at a startling 37% compound annual rate by 2027. This ratio is about double the predicted growth rate of neighbouring Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and it is much higher than the global average of 15%. Daniel Thorpe, head of EMEA data centre research at JLL, emphasised the Kingd