ASEAN needs to double down on integration, strengthen economies and connectivity: Balakrishnan
Singapore's Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan said ASEAN needs to double down on efforts to integrate and strengthen its economies and connectivity. That's how the region can stay competitive, amid a world that is rife with conflict and nationalist sentiments. Dr Balakrishnan was speaking to the media after the two-day ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Retreat held in Langkawi, Malaysia. He also answered questions on US President-elect Donald Trump. Sabrina Ng with more.
Singapore's Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan said ASEAN needs to double down on efforts to integrate and strengthen its economies and connectivity. That's how the region can stay competitive, amid a world that is rife with conflict and nationalist sentiments. Dr Balakrishnan was speaking to the media after the two-day ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Retreat held in Langkawi, Malaysia. He also answered questions on US President-elect Donald Trump. Sabrina Ng with more.