Hsien Loong’s turn to deal with Dr M

Friendly discussion: A file photo of Hsien Loong (left) and Dr Mahathir sharing a light moment at the Prime Minister’s Office in Putrajaya in 2002.

AT the last Singapore-Malaysia leaders retreat in January, Lee Hsien Loong was asked how the two governments would ensure that projects like the High Speed Rail (HSR), which are long term, would not be affected by political changes in Malaysia.

The Singapore leader, having just witnessed the signing of the Rapid Transit System rail project between Singapore and Johor Baru, gave a long reply about it being a binding agreement and long-term commitment.