Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong met Argentine political and business leaders during his working visit to Buenos Aires from 20 to 24 October 2025, reaffirming Singapore’s commitment to deepen bilateral relations
Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong is currently undertaking a working visit to Buenos Aires, Argentina, from 20 to 24 October 2025. The visit underscores Singapore’s continued efforts to strengthen partnerships with key economies in South America.
During his visit, Senior Minister Lee met with several prominent Argentine leaders, including former President Mauricio Macri, Provisional President of the Argentine Senate and National Senator Bartholomé Abdala, President of the Singapore-Argentina Parliamentary Friendship Group and National Deputy Belén Avico, and President of the MERCOSUR Commission in the Chamber of Deputies and National Deputy Eduardo Valdés. He also held discussions with Chief of Government of the City of Buenos Aires Jorge Macri and engaged with Argentine businessmen and business association leaders.
In his meetings, Senior Minister Lee reaffirmed the warm and longstanding relations between Singapore and Argentina, highlighting Singapore’s interest in strengthening economic and people-to-people linkages. He expressed optimism that the MERCOSUR–Singapore Free Trade Agreement, once ratified, would open new opportunities for collaboration and trade. Discussions also covered regional and global developments of mutual interest.
Senior Minister Lee is also scheduled to attend the JP Morgan International Council meeting in Buenos Aires from 22 to 24 October 2025, where global leaders will exchange insights on international finance and economic trends.
Source: MFA Singapore
