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Places in News: Singapore
Context:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Singapore for a two-day visit aimed at enhancing India-Singapore bilateral relations.
About Singapore
Location:
- Island country and city-state in maritime Southeast Asia.
Geographical Position:
- Approximately 137 km north of the equator, off the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula.
Borders:
- Strait of Malacca to the west, Singapore Strait to the south, along with the Riau Islands in Indonesia, South China Sea to the east, Straits of Johor to the north.
Four official languages:
- English, Malay, Mandarin, Tamil
International Affiliations:
- Founding member of ASEAN, hosts the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Secretariat, the Pacific Economic Cooperation Council Secretariat, member of the United Nations, WTO, East Asia Summit, Non-Aligned Movement, Commonwealth of Nations
Geographical Features:
- Consists of 63 islands, including Pulau Ujong (main island)
- Highest natural point: Bukit Timah Hill at 163.63 metres.
- Formerly included Christmas Island and Cocos Islands (now part of Australia)
- Easternmost point: Pedra Branca.
- Notable gardens include Singapore Botanic Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.