Singaporean foreign minister arrives in Islamabad today
“Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan arrived in Islamabad today (Friday) for an official visit, ’s Foreign Office (FO). Balakrishnan is visiting Pakistan at the invitation of Deputy Prime M…”
The Foreign Office highlighted the importance of the visit, noting that it coincides with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Singapore. It also comes ahead of Singapore assuming the chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2027.
In addition to discussing bilateral ties, both foreign ministers are expected to exchange views on regional and international developments of mutual interest. The visit is also expected to include the exchange of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on disaster management cooperation between Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and Singapore’s Civil Defence Force (SCDF).
At the invitation of the Deputy Prime Minister/ Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaq. Dar50, H.E Dr. Vivian Balakirshnan Minister for Foreign Affairs of Singapore arrived in Islamabad today. He was received at the airport by Director General East Asia Pacific.
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During the visit, he will have comprehensive talks with the DPM/FM on the cooperation in bilateral and multilateral domains.— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@Foreign. Office. Pk)October 30, 2026The Foreign Office stated that Pakistan and Singapore enjoy friendly relations founded on mutual respect and longstanding friendship.
It added that the visit reflects both countries’ shared commitment to strengthening and expanding their bilateral partnership.
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