When neighbours should act in good faith


Border issue: Pedra Branca in 2010 following the 2008 ICJ decision. It was reported last year that Singapore will move to reclaim and develop Pedra Branca. – Filepic/The Star

SINGAPORE Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan was in town this week for a 48-hour working visit. Apart from calling on the Prime Minister and several Cabinet members, Dr Balakrishnan met with opposition politicians.

Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob in a series of tweets after the meeting in Putrajaya on Wednesday said many issues were raised including the 10th Malaysia-Singapore leaders’ retreat, the High Speed Rail between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, maritime and airspace.

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