Discussions covered disarmament challenges, emerging technologies and international cooperation on digital governance
Singapore’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan met two United Nations (UN) Under-Secretaries-General, Izumi Nakamitsu and Amandeep Singh Gill, who were in Singapore for Singapore International Cyber Week. The discussions on disarmament, digital technologies and emerging technologies highlighted the importance of multilateral cooperation in addressing evolving international challenges.
Dr Balakrishnan met Ms Nakamitsu, the UN High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, and Mr Gill, the UN Special Envoy for Digital and Emerging Technologies, during their visit to Singapore. The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on the increasingly complex disarmament landscape and the opportunities and risks associated with digital and emerging technologies.
The discussions covered issues at the intersection of international security, technological development and global cooperation. As digital and emerging technologies continue to present both opportunities and risks, international dialogue remains important in developing common approaches and safeguards.
Dr Balakrishnan emphasised the role of the United Nations as a platform for countries to find common ground and develop shared rules and safeguards. He noted that Singapore would continue to work constructively with the UN and its international partners to support multilateral cooperation in these areas.
Singapore International Cyber Week serves as an international platform for discussions on cybersecurity and related digital policy issues, bringing together stakeholders to exchange views on developments affecting the digital environment.
The meeting reflected Singapore’s engagement with the United Nations and international partners on disarmament, digital governance and emerging technologies. Cooperation in these areas remains relevant as countries consider how to address security concerns while making use of technological advances.
Singapore will continue to engage with the UN and its partners to support dialogue and cooperation on these interconnected issues.
Source: Facebook/Vivian Balakrishnan
