Government quality, capability set successful nations apart in a contested world: Chan Chun Sing
Speaking at the inaugural Singapore-Vietnam Strategic Dialogue, Mr Chan said both countries feel the shifts in the rules-based international order acutely.
Coordinating Minister for Public Services Chan Chun Sing emphasized the importance of a strong government in distinguishing successful nations from others in the context of a weakening rules-based international order and rising geopolitical competition during the inaugural Singapore-Vietnam Strategic Dialogue on August 25 in Singapore.
He stated that policy consistency, regulatory effectiveness, and the quality of the public service contribute to economic competitiveness, as businesses consider these factors when deciding where to invest and build long-term. Chan also highlighted the need for governments to gain the confidence and trust of their people, as it enables them to build consensus, mobilize society, and undertake difficult reforms with long-term benefits.
At the dialogue, both countries signed agreements on study visit and executive education programs for senior officials, as well as a joint statement on the Vietnam-Singapore technology connectivity strategy.
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