The designs for four postcards that SingPost and Post Malaysia will jointly issue will be unveiled before the state dinner.
They serve as timely reminders of how our two countries ‘ busiest land crossing is more than just a natural link, according to Mr. Tharman, who praised their lasting bonds.  ,
He noted that Singapore and Malaysia did also commemorate the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2019.  ,
The two nations ‘ goals are to work together through the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone to promote cooperation in vital growth sectors like renewable power, according to Mr. Tharman.  ,
” We hope to improve our ability to profit from strengthening the broader socioeconomic interconnections between Singapore and Malaysia.”
However, he continued, arguing that the two countries ‘ economic assistance needed to be “celebrated and renewed” and that the shared cultural identity may be “celebrated and renewed.”  ,
” Whether through education, sporting or musical exchanges, or commerce in all its flavours, it is important that we keep up our people- to- people exchanges, and maintain that younger Singaporeans and Malaysians grow up with the experience, appreciation and great understanding of each other”, said Mr Tharman.  ,
The implementation of the Johor Bahru- Singapore Rapid Transit System , by the end of 2026 if more boost these associations, he added.  ,
In a world where there are growing great power rivalries and the deterioration of the rules-based international order, Mr. Tharman said it is also” critical” that Singapore and Malaysia strengthen their partnership as founding members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations ( ASEAN ).  ,
I’m convinced that our two nations will proceed to cooperate well as Malaysia prepares to assume the presidency of ASEAN next year to keep ASEAN’s cohesion, importance, and impact.
Mr. Tharman added that he was pleased to have welcomed Sultan Ibrahim at the Istana in a Facebook post on Monday night.
He highlighted the” close and long-standing relationships that Singapore and Malaysia reveal at all levels” by pointing out that this was the king’s first  outside state explore since taking office earlier this year.
He furthermore listed some of the food served at the condition feast, such as rojak and dish, which reflected “our shared history”.
He next made fun of the cake, which was served with coconut ice cream and goreng malacca filling, and was called” Harmony across the Strait.”
 ,” What’s a bit of manis ( sweet in Malay ) between friends”? he said.