Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan is scheduled to arrive in Islamabad on Friday, October 30, for an official visit at the invitation of Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
The Foreign Office announced the visit on Thursday, highlighting its significance as Pakistan and Singapore mark 60 years of diplomatic relations.
The visit also comes ahead of Singapore assuming the chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2027.
During their meeting, Dar and Balakrishnan will discuss bilateral cooperation across various sectors and exchange views on regional and international developments of mutual interest.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on disaster management cooperation between Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) will also be exchanged.
According to the Foreign Office, the Singaporean foreign minister is expected to meet Pakistan’s senior leadership during his stay.
The visit provides an opportunity for both countries to strengthen diplomatic engagement and explore further cooperation as they commemorate six decades of bilateral ties.