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Gan Kim Yong: Bilateral Deals Paving Way for ASEAN-EU Trade Pact

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Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong stated on September 22, 2026, that bilateral trade deals between the European Union and individual Southeast Asian countries could pave the way for an eventual ASEAN-EU free trade agreement (FTA). Gan made these remarks during the ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Meeting in Manila. He noted that the EU already has FTAs in force with Singapore and Vietnam, and a deal with Indonesia was finalized in 2025. Negotiations are also underway with Thailand and Malaysia.

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Why it matters

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The bilateral talks are seen as building on existing agreements, allowing the parties to better understand each other’s needs and challenges. This modular approach could eventually lead to broader regional integration at the ASEAN level.

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Who's involved

  • Gan Kim YongDeputy Prime Minister of Singapore and key speaker on trade policy
  • SingaporeSovereign island country hosting the discussions
  • IndonesiaIsland country whose trade with the EU is currently under negotiation

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  • SingaporeSpeculative

    Singapore might see its market access and economic ties expand through regional trade pacts.

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