PETALING JAYA: Remarks by Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan on the republic's refusal to engage in negotiations with Iran concerning safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz are both revealing and regrettable, says Nurul Izzah Anwar. The PKR deputy president said the stand reflects a narrow strategic posture that prioritises alignment over regional responsibility and international law. Nurul Izzah said it is difficult to ignore the undertones in Balakrishnan’s position. On Tuesday (April 7), Balakrishnan said Singapore will not negotiate with Iran for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz as a matter of principle. He added that Singapore also takes the position that the right of transit passage is part of customary international law.

Source: The Star April 08, 2026 20:16 UTC