SINGAPORE: Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Thursday (Could 8) congratulated Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on his victory within the recent federal election.
Mr Carney’s Liberal Occasion retained energy within the nation’s election in April, however fell in need of forming a majority authorities.
In his letter to Mr Carney, Mr Wong prolonged his “warmest congratulations” to his Canadian counterpart. He additionally wished Mr Carney success in his new position, and mentioned he seems to be ahead to assembly him once more quickly.
“The Canadian individuals have positioned their belief in you and the Liberal Occasion to steer them throughout this era of change. Your deep expertise and regular management will serve you properly as you information Canada by the challenges forward,” Mr Wong mentioned.
He famous Singapore and Canada’s shut and longstanding partnership, and that 2025 marked 60 years of diplomatic relations between the international locations.
That is “a milestone anchored by strategic belief and cooperation” in wide-ranging areas corresponding to commerce, safety, local weather motion, and people-to-people ties, mentioned Mr Wong.
“We’re additionally working carefully on rising areas like synthetic intelligence, renewable power, and cybersecurity.”
Singapore and Canada additionally share a powerful dedication to multilateralism and free commerce, having each been members of the Complete and Progressive Settlement for Trans-Pacific Partnership because it got here into drive in 2018.
“Singapore seems to be ahead to persevering with our work with Canada and different like-minded companions to uphold an open and rules-based buying and selling system,” mentioned Mr Wong.
Mr Wong additionally prolonged his condolences to the households and family members of the victims of the car attack at a Filipino community festival in Vancouver that killed a minimum of 11 individuals aged between 5 and 65, injuring dozens extra.
“I hope for the swift and full restoration of all those that had been injured,” Mr Wong mentioned.
