Here is the difference, nationalism has a certain connotation in Europe, which is not necessarily positive, but I think in Asia, nationalism is seen very much as a sort of natural corollary to economic progress, almost like you're independent, you progress, you are prosperous and nationalism comes with all of that.
In political, strategic as well as economic and commercial areas, Singapore has become a fulcrum for India's policies east of India.
India supports a rule-based order in Asia, as in the rest of the world. But we confront unavoidable challenges such as terrorism, conflicts, trans-national crimes and maritime threats.
If you trade with someone and they are your biggest trading partner, it is impossible you donβt have trade issues.
