In response to media queries on the Indonesian House of Representatives’ ratification of the Treaty between the Republic of Indonesia and the Republic of Singapore Relating to the Delimitation of the Territorial Seas of the Two Countries in the Eastern Part of the Strait of Singapore (“the Treaty”), the MFA Spokesman said,
“Singapore welcomes the news that the Indonesian House of Representatives has ratified the Treaty by acclamation. The Treaty underscores our excellent working relationship and bilateral ties, and demonstrates the ability of both countries to work together in areas of mutual interest.
Singapore is prepared to exchange the instruments of ratification once Indonesia is ready to do so."
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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
SINGAPORE
15 DECEMBER 2016