SINGAPORE : Singapore architects will soon find it easier to practise in the region and in the world.
Currently, those working on overseas projects cannot sign-off and submit building plans to the authorities.
But an agreement - known as the Trilateral Agreement on Reciprocal Recognition of Registered Architects in Singapore, Australia and New Zealand - to be signed in October will allow them to do so.
This was announced by Senior Minister of State for National Development, Grace Fu, at an exhibition on Singapore's architecture talent on Tuesday.
For a start, the agreement will cover Australia and New Zealand.
Eventually, Singapore will have similar arrangements with all 21 Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation territories.
No timeline was given for when that might happen.
Another agreement - the ASEAN Architects Mutual Recognition Arrangement - will kick in from January next year for those who meet the criteria to practise in ASEAN member countries.
Ms Fu said: "These initiatives facilitate the mobility of our architects and the exchange of information to promote the adoption of best practices and standards in the field of architecture, be it professional practice or education." - CNA/ms
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