<h1>Singapore PM calls for ASEAN to become seamless single market amid global economic fragmentation</h1> The Prime Minister of Singapore emphasized that ASEAN, representing 700 million people and the world's fifth-largest economy, must transform into a more seamless and competitive single market to attract businesses seeking alternatives in a fragmented global economy. He stressed the need for bolder reforms, reduced trade barriers, enhanced digital economy agreements, improved physical infrastructure, and deeper global partnerships. The PM highlighted ASEAN's potential to become the fourth-largest economy by 2030, citing examples of cross-border supply chain cooperation. He noted the importance of the next decade in unlocking the region's full potential while navigating geopolitical challenges.