Singapore must keep faith in globalisation and make system work, PM tells Davos dialogue


Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong noted that when Singapore does have to make a stand, it is important that people understand that Singapore's choices are on its own behalf. - MCI

DAVOS (The Straits Times/ANN): At a time when globalisation is under pressure around the world, Singapore has to continue to bet on countries cooperating closely with one another, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said on Wednesday (Jan 22).

It has to up its game, raise its capabilities and bring in new investments that will connect it to centres of vibrancy and prosperity worldwide, and enable it to make a contribution to this growth, he added.

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