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Singapore PM Visits Japan to Strengthen Economic Ties

3/18/2026

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Prime Minister Lawrence Wong of Singapore began a three-day visit to Japan on March 17, 2026.
He will meet Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi to discuss boosting cooperation amid economic uncertainty from the Iran war.
Analysts say both leaders will approach talks cautiously to avoid upsetting major powers.
Wong highlighted potential to deepen economic ties and collaborate on artificial intelligence and the digital economy.

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Prime Minister Lawrence Wong of Singapore began a three-day visit to Japan on March 17, 2026.
He will meet Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi to discuss boosting cooperation amid economic uncertainty from the Iran war.
Analysts say both leaders will approach talks cautiously to avoid upsetting major powers.
Wong highlighted potential to deepen economic ties and collaborate on artificial intelligence and the digital economy.