Singapore, Australia share common interests in South China Sea issue, says PM Lee
2018-03-16 09:54:45 source：Straits Times
March 15, 2018
SYDNEY — Singapore and Australia share many common interests on the South China Sea issue, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said, noting that both countries upheld principles such as the importance of international law and freedom of navigation.
Writing in response to questions from Australian media on the South China Sea issue, Mr Lee pointed to the many similar positions shared by the two non-claimant states.
"Like Australia, Singapore depends on a peaceful and stable region which supports and promotes free trade and open markets. We share similar outlooks on the importance of international law and the peaceful settlement of disputes," he said.
Read more: