Source: CNASINGAPORE: French Secretary of State for Transport Thierry Mariani says he is impressed by Singapore's efficient transportation system.
He said this during a two-day official visit here which started on Saturday.
"It is indeed one of the most modern systems in the region and reflects Singapore's clear and forward-looking transport policies. I look forward to the continued valuable co-operation, exchange of views and ideas between France and Singapore in the area of transportation," he said.
Singapore's Ministry of Transport said Mr Mariani's visit was a good opportunity for both countries to exchange views on transport issues and to explore further areas of co-operation.
During his visit, Mr Mariani called on Minister in the Prime Minister's Office and Second Minister for Finance and Transport, Mrs Lim Hwee Hua.
They exchanged views on transport developments and on enhancing bilateral transport cooperation such as in expanding aviation links.
Mr Mariani visited the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore and toured the Singapore Changi Airport and PSA Pasir Panjang Container Terminal.
He also visited the Kim Chuan Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) Depot where he was briefed on Singapore's MRT system.
