Hong Kong leader makes first visit to Singapore, discusses ways to deepen bilateral relations with PM Lee


PM Lee Hsien Loong (right) welcoming Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee at the Istana on July 24, 2023. - ST PHOTO: CHONG JUN LIANG

SINGAPORE: Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and Hong Kong leader John Lee on Monday reaffirmed the close and longstanding relations between Singapore and Hong Kong, as the chief executive makes his first visit to Singapore in his official capacity.

Mr Lee, who became Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in July 2022, arrived in Singapore on Sunday for a three-day visit, the first stop of his week-long Asean trip.

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