Singapore in 2003: Another Tough Year
Abstract
During 2003, Singapore's prime minister, Goh Chok Tong, announced that he would be succeeded by Lee Hsien Loong some time before the next election. The country's economy was severely affected by falling export markets and SARS. A free trade agreement was concluded with the United States, while relations remained strained with Malaysia over a variety of issues.
Journal Title
Asian Survey
Volume
44
Issue
1
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