Singapore PM Wong jokes about ASEAN leaders forming band at Forbes conference
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong responded to Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s suggestion that ASEAN leaders form a band together, offering light-hearted remarks at the Forbes Global CEO Conference on October 8, 2026. The exchange was moderated by Forbes Media chairman Steve Forbes.
✓ Verified
- ✓Singapore PM Lawrence Wong responded to Marcos' ASEAN band suggestion at the Forbes Global CEO Conference. (CNA, 47 mainstream media articles)
- ✓The exchange occurred on October 8, 2026. (CNA)
- ✓Forbes Media chairman Steve Forbes moderated the remarks. (CNA)
~ Interpretation
- ~The exchange was 'light-hearted,' indicating informal tone between leaders. (CNA characterization)
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