Crucial for S’pore to have a voice at global forums like G-20: DPM Lawrence Wong
He also cited rising geopolitical tensions and the erosion of the rules-based multilateral system that has served countries well for so many decades.
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Asia stepping up fight against more infectious Covid-19 variants
Health experts note that the current number of deaths remains relatively low, but infection numbers are expected to pick up pace in the coming weeks.
Canada says Russian presence at G-20 meeting was ‘absurd’
The Finance Minister reasoned that Russia is “directly and solely” responsible for the invasion of Ukraine and its economic consequences.
Sri Lanka acting president Wickremesinghe declares state of emergency
The move is intended to prevent further unrest. Mr Wickremesinghe is a contender for the top job but protesters also want him gone.
Anwar’s PKR eases rift over Malaysia election strategy as party congress closes
He and newly elected deputy president Rafizi Ramli are open to cooperate with those opposed to BN.
Stormy G-20 ministers’ meeting casts pall over high-level summit in November
Unlike in previous years, no group photos were taken and no final joint communique was issued, implying no consensus on goals was reached.
Ukraine war to dominate G-20 meeting of finance chiefs in Indonesia
The meeting takes place on the resort island of Bali under the shadow of war a week after the forum's foreign ministers rounded on Moscow's top diplomat, prompting him to walk out…
Sri Lankan leader Rajapaksa arrives in S’pore, tenders his resignation as president
It is not clear how long he will stay in Singapore or if he has another destination in mind.
Covid-19, rising cost of living stall gender parity efforts: WEF
Singapore's ranking improves; Asia lags behind West.
No friends and a bumpy ride as Gotabaya flees Sri Lanka
People familiar with the developments say the Maldives may not be Mr Rajapaksa's final destination.