India and Singapore on Tuesday decided to strengthen cooperation in countering threats of rising terrorism after Prime Minister Narendra Modi held comprehensive talks with Singapore Prime Minister.
In a joint statement, the two countries said that defence and security cooperation is a key pillar of strategic partnership between India and Singapore.
While issuing the statement, Lee condemned terrorism and offered condolences to the families of the soldiers who were killed in the Uri attack.
Maritime Cooperation
Modi noted that as two maritime nations, keeping the sea lanes of communication open and respect for international legal order of seas and oceans was a shared priority for India and Singapore.
It is my firm belief that those who believe in peace and humanity need to stand and act together against this menace. Today, we have agreed to enhance our cooperation to counter these threats, including in the domain of cyber security.Narendra Modi, Prime Minister
Asserting that "rising tide of terrorism, especially cross-border terrorism, and the rise of radicalisation are grave challenges to our security", Modi said, "they threaten the very fabric of our societies”.
Other Agreements
The two countries also inked three pacts including the one dealing with Intellectual Property Rights to facilitate greater business to business exchanges and collaborations.
Describing trade and investment as bedrock of bilateral relationship, Modi said India is transforming amid strong economic growth and regards Singapore as a key partner.
Agreeing to expedite the second review of Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement, the two leaders also welcomed the issuance of corporate Rupee bonds in Singapore — a step forward in mobilising capital for India's large infrastructure development needs.
(With PTI inputs.)
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