Senator Benjamin Cardin (Democrat-Maryland), Chairman of the US Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on East Asian and Pacific Affairs, called on Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong this afternoon at the Istana.
During the meeting, PM Lee welcomed the US’ commitment to continue deepening its engagement of the Asia-Pacific region. PM Lee and Senator Cardin exchanged views on strategic geopolitical developments, including the progress of the ongoing Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) negotiations. PM Lee and Senator Cardin also affirmed the excellent bilateral relations between Singapore and the US.
Senator Cardin also met with Minister for Foreign Affairs and Minister for Law K Shanmugam earlier today. They discussed international and regional developments, including the importance of the successful conclusion of the TPP. They also underscored the importance of US engagement and sustained presence in the Asia-Pacific.
Senator Cardin is in Singapore from 30 to 31 May 2014 to attend the Shangri-La Dialogue.
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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
SINGAPORE
31 MAY 2014