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Singapore, Australia agree to step up cooperation on energy, critical supplies

CNA • 2026-04-10T14:58:30Z • 12:20:00 • intermediate • Business

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In a world grappling with energy shortages and supply chain disruptions, Singapore and Australia have taken a bold step towards strengthening their partnership. Discover how their new agreement aims to ensure energy security and economic resilience amid global challenges.

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Q2. What is Singapore's primary source of electricity generation?

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Q3. Which country is Australia's largest supplier of refined petroleum products?

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Q4. What has been a significant factor prompting closer cooperation between Singapore and Australia?

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Q5. What percentage of Singapore's refined petroleum imports came from Australia last year?

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cooperation

/koʊˌɑːpəˈreɪʃən/

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The process of working together to the same end.

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International cooperation is essential for addressing global challenges like climate change.

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resilience

/rɪˈzɪl.jəns/

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The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.

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The community's resilience was evident as they rebuilt after the disaster.

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protocol

/ˈproʊ.tə.kɔːl/

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A system of rules that explain the correct conduct and procedures to be followed in formal situations.

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The diplomats agreed to follow the established protocol during the negotiations.

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essential

/ɪˈsɛnʃəl/

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Absolutely necessary; extremely important.

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Water is essential for all forms of life.

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volatile

/ˈvɑːl.ə.t̬əl/

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Liable to change rapidly and unpredictably, especially for the worse.

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The stock market can be quite volatile, making investments risky.

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multilateral

/ˌmʌl.tɪˈlæt.ər.əl/

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Involving more than two nations or parties.

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Multilateral agreements can help facilitate trade between countries.

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