Singapore and South Korea Begin Talks to Upgrade 2006 Free Trade Agreement

Singapore South Korea FTA upgrade talks will begin as both countries deepen cooperation on supply‑chain resilience, digital trade and the green transition, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said during a summit with President Lee Jae Myung.

The Singapore South Korea FTA upgrade will modernise the 2006 agreement and strengthen collaboration in areas including artificial intelligence and civil nuclear energy.

Leaders also witnessed the signing of memorandums covering technology and investment partnerships, according to official statements.