Singapore: Safe border reopening needed to boost economic recovery in Asia-Pacific region

Safe reopening is needed to reconnect with the world and underpin economic recovery, said Gan. - AFP

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): The safe reopening of borders is needed in the Asia-Pacific region for businesses to reconnect with the world and underpin economic recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, said Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong.

"Business transactions can take place virtually, but nothing can replace in-person interactions to build relationships and trust," he said at an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) Business Advisory Council meeting on Wednesday (Feb 16).