Bilateral Relations – The Focus Insight

Singapore denies entry to Malaysian scholar labeling her as undesirable visitor

2026년 03월 28일 by team insight

A group of journalists gathers outside Singapore's immigration office, discussing the recent denial of entry to Malaysian scholar Dr. Azmi Sharom.

Dr. Azmi, a prominent figure in Malaysian academia known for her critical views on governance, was scheduled to attend an academic conference in Singapore. The Singaporean authorities did not provide specific reasons for her denial of entry, which has sparked discussions about the implications of such actions on scholarly exchange and collaboration in the region. … Read more

China and Canada reach agreement on tariffs relief after critical meeting

2026년 01월 20일 by team insight

Canadian Finance Minister Mark Carney and Chinese President Xi Jinping shake hands during their meeting in Beijing, where they announced an agreement on tariff relief aimed at improving trade relations between the two countries.

The tariffs, which had been imposed on various goods, have been a point of contention affecting bilateral trade relations. This situation is reminiscent of other international trade agreements, such as the recent agreement that aimed to resolve conflicts and foster cooperation. Both leaders emphasized the importance of collaboration in their discussions, recognizing the mutual benefits … Read more