Lawrence Wong urges Russia to stay engaged in Asean‑led forums as Singapore prepares for 2027 chairmanship (opens original article in a new tab)

Singapore's PM Lawrence Wong urged Russia to maintain engagement in Asean-led forums as Singapore prepares for its 2027 Asean Chairmanship, highlighting cooperation and peaceful conflict resolution.

• Singapore's PM Lawrence Wong urged Russia to stay engaged in Asean-led forums during a summit in Kazan, Russia.
• Wong emphasized Russia's support for Asean Centrality and encouraged continued participation in regional mechanisms like the Asean Regional Forum and East Asia Summit.
• Singapore will assume the Asean Chairmanship in 2027 and aims to work with Russia on regional and international issues.