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MFA Speeches on Singapore's Foreign Policy
Summary: - Focus: Speeches by Singapore MFA political office holders during the Committee of Supply Debate (27 Feb 2026) highlighting foreign policy, diplomacy, economy, security, and elections as they relate to Singapore’s national interests and global engagement. - Core national interests outlined: - Safeguard sovereignty, independence, and national unity. - Secure access to essential supplies and freedom of navigation (energy, food, water; with broader scope). - Str
2026-05-24Singapore's Strategy for Middle Power Growth
Singapore’s foreign policy focus under PM/Foreign Affairs Minister Balakrishnan centers on resilient regional leadership and stronger middle-power networks in a shifting global order. Key points: - Acknowledges a “geostrategic tectonic plate rupture” ending post-WWII multilateralism; emphasis on adapting to a more fragmented, power-driven international environment. - Five MFAs workstreams for the year: engage major powers constructively; expand middle-power partnerships; deep
2026-05-24Singapore's Foreign Policy: Saying 'No'
Singapore’s foreign policy outlook, as outlined by Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan in Parliament, centers on preserving the country’s ability to “say no” when necessary, even at a price, to maintain independence and relevance. Key points include: - Singapore will actively articulate positions in line with its national interests, even if not always popular. - External pressure to take sides will be met with firm stances, while engaging great powers constructively to prese
2026-05-24Dr Vivian Balakrishnan's Reuters Interview
Summary: - Topic: Transcript of an interview with Singapore’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, conducted by Reuters’ Mark Bendeich (23 March 2026). - Core themes: - Energy and economy: Singapore is an energy importer with diversified sources and LNG terminals; global energy price volatility impacts inflation. Singapore relies on fiscal buffers and sovereign wealth funds to maintain policy space, unlike many other countries that spend a larger share of G
2026-05-24Budget 2026
Singapore’s foreign policy in Budget 2026 framing hinges on agency, partnerships, and resilience amid a shifting, more dangerous global order. Key points: - Vivian Balakrishnan warns of a “geostrategic tectonic plate rupture” and that small states must actively determine national interests rather than rely on rules or consensus alone. - Core national interests: safeguard sovereignty and independence, ensure access to essential supplies and sea lanes, strengthen Singapore as
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