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Singaporean deputy PM to visit Ethiopia, S.Africa

Xinhua, May 7, 2017 Adjust font size:

Singaporean Deputy Prime Minister Teo Chee Hean will visit Ethiopia and South Africa for a week from Sunday, as part of the nation's ongoing engagement with countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a press release.

In Ethiopia, Teo will call on Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn to discuss opportunities for enhanced bilateral cooperation.

Teo will also meet Singapore companies based in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, and visit the northern Axum city where he will meet key regional leaders, the statement added.

In addition, Teo will attend the 20th meeting of the Total International Advisory Committee in South Africa.

He will also meet South African leaders and attend a reception for Singaporeans based in Johannesburg. Endit