Singapore ready to support ‘swift and equitable’ distribution of COVID-19 vaccines within region: PM Lee

Countries will want to study to reside with COVID-19 in a “safe and sustainable” method, stated Mr Lee.“(There is) much that we can do to build our collective resilience to overcome the social and economic impact of the pandemic. ASEM partners are well-positioned to do so,” he added.“For instance, we can facilitate the sharing of knowledge and expertise, both in the public and private spheres. We should also work closely to fully restore supply chains, and reopen international travels in a safe manner.”To reconnect with the remainder of the world, Singapore is working with companions to develop “interoperable digital solutions”, corresponding to digital well being certificates, to facilitate “more seamless and safe” journey by vaccinated folks, stated Mr Lee.He added that Singapore’s COVID-19 certificates is now recognised as “equivalent” to the European Union’s certificates.

“NEW OPPORTUNITIES” IN THE PANDEMIC

The COVID-19 pandemic has created new alternatives, stated Mr Lee in his intervention through the summit’s retreat session on ASEM, worldwide and regional points.The pandemic has “catalysed the ongoing digital revolution”, opening up new markets for companies, added Mr Lee.“It showed us the importance of open data flows across the world, so that we can share ideas and spur innovation. But it also resurfaced the challenges of misinformation and the need for new approaches to tackle this scourge,” he stated.“We must therefore affirm and reinforce our support for multilateralism. Singapore will always staunchly support international law and the multilateral system.”