The sovereign states, Britain and Singapore held yesterday the renewal of their bilateral ties proving their dedication for stronger links with regards to economy and business. The partnership was signed by the countries representatives, Lim Hng Kiang, Singapore’s Minister for Trade and Industry and Liam Fox, the Secretary of State for International Trade from Britain. Mr.Lim stated that this joint commitment will fight against protectionism and will continue to implement the free and open trade policy. He added that they will further work for an environment that allows for an open global trading. The arrangement supplemented new programs which involve building trade policy capacity and creating an appointed committee that supports greater collaboration regarding trade and investment of the two countries.