Malaysia and Singapore revive stalled RTS Link after landmark deal

Years of delays may finally end as leaders sign a breakthrough deal. The RTS Link promises faster cross-border travel and deeper economic cooperation.

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2025 December 4 . 1:11 PM

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Malaysia and Singapore revive stalled RTS Link after landmark deal

Malaysia and Singapore have signed a new agreement to push forward the long-delayed Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link. The deal was finalised during the 12th Malaysia-Singapore Leaders’ Retreat, attended by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and his Singaporean counterpart, Lawrence Wong. Both leaders described the meeting as a key moment for strengthening ties between the two nations.

The supplementary agreement on the RTS Link was exchanged in front of Anwar and Wong, marking a fresh effort to advance the stalled cross-border rail project. This year’s retreat was the second annual gathering for the two leaders since they took office.

The agreements signed at the retreat cover transport, healthcare, and security. Officials from both nations will now work on implementing the new measures, including closer collaboration on drug enforcement and public health initiatives. The RTS Link deal signals a renewed push to complete the long-awaited rail connection between Johor Bahru and Singapore.