1. The document discusses Singapore's participation in international relations through its involvement in the UN Law of the Sea Conference, international humanitarian efforts, and regional special forces counter-terrorism conferences. 2. Singapore played an important role in the UN Law of the Sea Conference through Professor Tommy Koh and helped establish provisions around territorial rights. 3. Singapore provided humanitarian aid and disaster relief to countries affected by the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, 2005 Kashmir earthquake, and 2005 Bali bombings through medical teams, supplies and equipment. 4. Singapore hosts an annual Regional Special Forces Counter-Terrorism Conference to enhance cooperation and information sharing against terrorism.

3. International Relations

21. Why is International Relations more beneficial than the other forms of diplomacy?