Visit of Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan to the Middle East, 2 to 5 May 2026

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1 May 2026

Visit of Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan to the Middle East, 2 to 5 May 2026

Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan will make a working visit to the United Arab Emirates, the Sultanate of Oman, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the State of Qatar from 2 to 5 May 2026.

Minister Balakrishnan will meet his counterparts and other Gulf leaders to reaffirm Singapore's solidarity and longstanding relations with our Gulf partners, and to express appreciation for their assistance in ensuring the safety and well-being of Singaporeans in the region, including the facilitation of assisted departure operations in March 2026.

Minister Balakrishnan will exchange views on the situation in the Middle East, including the importance of de-escalation, a durable political settlement, and the upholding of international law, including ensuring safe and unimpeded transit passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Minister Balakrishnan will also discuss ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation with the four countries in areas such as energy security, supply chain resilience, and trade and investment linkages.

Minister Balakrishnan will be accompanied by officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS

SINGAPORE

1 MAY 2026