Lee Hsien Loong

Did some #jalanjalan in between my engagements in Astana, Kazakhstan. Took some time to explore the city in the cool evening weather. Also visited the National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
 
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Am on the way home! I visited Singapore’s Honorary Consulate in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Our Honorary Consul, Mr Talgat Chinikeyev showed me around the office and shared more about his work. In... Read more →

Addressed the Senate Chamber of the Oliy Majlis (Parliament) of Uzbekistan, and shared my perspectives on the challenges and opportunities ahead for Singapore and Uzbekistan, and how we can work... Read more →

Had a good meeting yesterday with the Governor of the Samarkand Region, Adiz Boboev. There is much our cities can learn from each other. We hope to explore new markets, expand business opportunities... Read more →

Had an insightful visit to the Islamic Civilization Center yesterday. The collection of ancient artefacts and cultural exhibits offered a look at Central Asia’s role in Islamic civilisation, while... Read more →

I also witnessed the signing of a Joint Statement, formalising our intention to launch negotiations on a Free Trade Agreement. We also witnessed the signing of separate Memoranda of Understanding... Read more →

Had a good meeting with the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev. We reaffirmed the good relations between Singapore and Uzbekistan, and discussed strengthening our bilateral cooperation,... Read more →

Arrived in Tashkent, Uzbekistan! 🇺🇿 Singapore and Uzbekistan are celebrating our 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations next year. At this milestone, I look forward to pursuing new possibilities... Read more →

Met Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev today. We exchanged views on Singapore-Kazakhstan relations and opportunities to deepen economic cooperation between our two countries.

Also delivered a... Read more →

A full first day in Astana. Called on President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to reaffirm the warm and longstanding relations between Singapore and Kazakhstan. Honoured to be conferred the Order of Dostyk... Read more →