Singapore and France Deepen Ties with Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Singapore and France have upgraded their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP), the highest level of bilateral cooperation. This is Singapore’s first CSP with a European country, announced during French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Singapore as both nations celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations.

Strengthening ties: Singapore and France forge future-focused global partnership.

Key Areas of Cooperation

The CSP will strengthen collaboration in five main areas:

• Defence: Enhanced military cooperation, joint deployments, and strategic dialogues.

• Economy: Expanded digital and green partnerships, plus new deals in aviation and maritime transport.

• Emerging Technologies: Deeper cooperation in AI, cybersecurity, and quantum computing.

• Energy and Sustainability: Agreements on civil nuclear energy to support Singapore’s energy transition.

• People-to-People Ties: More exchanges in education, vocational training, and the arts.

  
  

Shared Commitment to Multilateralism

Both Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and President Macron emphasized the importance of multilateralism and a rules-based global order. They called for like-minded countries to cooperate in shaping a more stable and prosperous international system.

France’s Role in the Indo-Pacific

As an Indo-Pacific power, France is increasing its engagement in Southeast Asia. Singapore welcomed this involvement, seeing it as a positive balance in a region often influenced by U.S.-China dynamics. PM Wong highlighted France’s potential to lead broader EU-ASEAN collaboration in security, trade, and energy.

Looking Ahead

The CSP is a forward-looking framework that not only deepens bilateral ties but also sets the stage for regional and global cooperation. It reflects a shared vision of innovation, sustainability, and collective progress in a changing world.