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Recently, India and Singapore explored new avenues to strengthen strategic ties during 16ᵗʰ Defence Policy Dialogue.
About Singapore
- Location: It is an island country located off the coast of the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula in Southeast Asia, between the Indian Ocean and South China Sea.
- Bordered by: It borders South China Sea to the east, the Strait of Malacca to the west, and the Riau Islands lie to the south.
- It is separated from Malaysia by the Johor Strait (North) and from Indonesia by the Singapore Strait.
- Capital City: Singapore
- It is one of the member countries of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Geographical Features of Singapore
- Climate: It is in the equatorial monsoon region and its climate is characterized by uniformly high temperatures and nearly constant precipitation throughout the year.
- Highest Peak: Its highest point is Timah Hill at 162 metres.
- It is the largest port in Southeast Asia and one of the busiest in the world.
Source: PIB
Last updated on June, 2026
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