Singapore backs India's bid to join the Malacca sea patrol
Prime Minister of Singapore, Lawrence Wong’s visit to India has marked a significant milestone for both nations. In a joint statement, Singapore firmly backed India’s bid to join the Malacca Sea Patrol. The Strait of Malacca and Singapore (SOMS) is a critical strategic corridor, handling half of the world’s annual seaborne trade and 70% of Asia’s oil imports.