Israeli PM Netanyahu and Singapore FM Balakrishnan reaffirm historic ties, celebrating shared innovation, prosperity, and security between two powerfully capable nations.
Jerusalem — In a warm display of enduring friendship, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met Singapore’s Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan on Thursday at the Prime Minister’s Office, reaffirming one of Asia’s most steadfast strategic partnerships.
Greeting his guest, Netanyahu praised the long-standing bond between the two nations, describing it as “a historic friendship built on mutual respect, resilience, and shared ambition.” He remarked, “We have our historic friendship with Singapore. It’s been consistent over so many decades. Israel and Singapore are two small states with gigantic capabilities — and together, we advance prosperity, peace, and security.”
Netanyahu emphasized that despite their modest geographic sizes, both nations have become global leaders in technology, innovation, and defense cooperation. “We understand the value of intellect over territory, and creativity over size,” he said, highlighting the synergy between Israel’s tech ecosystem and Singapore’s economic dynamism.
Minister Balakrishnan echoed the sentiment with deep appreciation, calling the Israel-Singapore relationship “special and unique.” He said, “Thank you, Prime Minister. You’ve always been hospitable. Our relationship allows for open, candid dialogue — a rarity in diplomacy — and reflects our shared vision for peace and hope in a turbulent world.”
The two leaders discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation in cybersecurity, advanced technology, and sustainable development, aligning with their mutual goal of fostering stability and innovation in both the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
The meeting underscored Singapore’s continued support for Israel as a trusted partner in defense and science, a relationship dating back to Israel’s crucial role in helping establish Singapore’s armed forces in the 1960s.
As Netanyahu concluded, “Our nations prove that even small countries can achieve greatness when guided by courage, innovation, and friendship.”Jerusalem — In a warm display of enduring friendship, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met Singapore’s Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan on Thursday at the Prime Minister’s Office, reaffirming one of Asia’s most steadfast strategic partnerships.
Greeting his guest, Netanyahu praised the long-standing bond between the two nations, describing it as “a historic friendship built on mutual respect, resilience, and shared ambition.” He remarked, “We have our historic friendship with Singapore. It’s been consistent over so many decades. Israel and Singapore are two small states with gigantic capabilities — and together, we advance prosperity, peace, and security.”
Netanyahu emphasized that despite their modest geographic sizes, both nations have become global leaders in technology, innovation, and defense cooperation. “We understand the value of intellect over territory, and creativity over size,” he said, highlighting the synergy between Israel’s tech ecosystem and Singapore’s economic dynamism.
Minister Balakrishnan echoed the sentiment with deep appreciation, calling the Israel-Singapore relationship “special and unique.” He said, “Thank you, Prime Minister. You’ve always been hospitable. Our relationship allows for open, candid dialogue — a rarity in diplomacy — and reflects our shared vision for peace and hope in a turbulent world.”
The two leaders discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation in cybersecurity, advanced technology, and sustainable development, aligning with their mutual goal of fostering stability and innovation in both the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
The meeting underscored Singapore’s continued support for Israel as a trusted partner in defense and science, a relationship dating back to Israel’s crucial role in helping establish Singapore’s armed forces in the 1960s.
As Netanyahu concluded, “Our nations prove that even small countries can achieve greatness when guided by courage, innovation, and friendship.”
