Secretary Rubio’s Call with Singaporean Foreign Minister Balakrishnan

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce:

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan today.  Secretary Rubio and Foreign Minister Balakrishnan reaffirmed the strength of the U.S.-Singapore strategic partnership and our shared commitment to a secure and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.  The two leaders discussed regional and global challenges and opportunities, including maintaining peace and stability in the South China Sea and cooperation on counterproliferation, energy, and critical and emerging technology.  The officials expressed shared commitment to prioritizing economic growth in both countries and exchanged views on ways to further strengthen bilateral security ties for the benefit of Americans, Singaporeans, and all others across the region.