Malaysia-Singapore relations

A royal commission of inquiry has recommended that the former leader face “criminal investigations” for dropping claims to two islets in a dispute with Singapore.

The one-day visit comes amid a period of stagnation in relations between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.

The Causeway Bridge between Singapore and Malaysia was one of the world's busiest land borders before the pandemic struck. 

There has been a heightened focus on the issue of the return of Malaysian workers back home as both countries confront the coronavirus challenge.

The visit highlighted the ongoing efforts by both sides to continue to advance the defense aspect of collaboration amid wider challenges.

While both sides attempted to smooth over issues in ties, challenges still lie ahead.

A closer look at the broader significance of a recent development for bilateral ties.

Both sides continue to try to manage renewed disputes within their wider bilateral relationship despite the difficulties that remain.

Singapore-Malaysia relations are at a low amid an ongoing dispute over waters off Tuas.

Renewed tensions have once again raised concerns about the state of bilateral ties following the former premier’s return to office.

Both sides held this year’s iteration of Exercise Malapura.