China has become the latest signatory to the Joint Ministerial Statement that affirms countries’ shared commitment to ensure supply chain connectivity amidst the Covid-19 pandemic.
Basically, it helps ensure the flow of supplies and goods across signatory countries.
Chan Chun Sing encouraged by China’s participation
Minister for Trade and Industry Chan Chun Sing said in a Facebook post that he is “encouraged” that China has become the latest signatory in the Statement.
He added: “This effort is especially important as we continue to build momentum amongst like-minded countries to keep essential supplies and food flowing during the COVID pandemic.”
Statement to affirm commitment to keeping trade lines open
In a press release by the Ministry of Trade and Industry on Thursday, July 2, the statement affirms the importance of ensuring that trade lines via both air and sea freight remain open.
It also recognises the importance of refraining from imposing any export controls, and the removal of any restrictive measures on essential goods.
The Joint Ministerial Statement was initiated by Singapore and New Zealand on March 20 to affirm their “shared commitment to maintaining open supply chains amidst the pandemic”.
The other countries that are on board include Australia, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Chile, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Nauru, United Arab Emirates and Uruguay.
Top image via Chan Chun Sing/FB, Getty
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