SINGAPORE: President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has sent his congratulations to his Indian counterpart, Droupadi Murmu, on the South Asian nation’s 80th Independence Day.
In a letter penned on Saturday (Aug 15), President Tharman said Singapore and India share a robust and forward-looking Comprehensive Strategic Partnership that is underpinned by close people-to-people ties.
He also noted that the two countries’ cooperation is multifaceted, and expands into new areas including skills development, digitalisation, sustainability and advanced manufacturing.
“By drawing on our complementary strengths, I am confident that our two countries will continue to identify fresh opportunities for the benefit of our peoples,” said President Tharman.
He added that Singapore and India share an enduring interest in a peaceful, open, and connected region.
“We will continue working closely with India, as one of Asean’s oldest Dialogue Partners, to strengthen regional integration and resilience, especially in trade, the digital economy, energy security, and the energy transition,” he said.
President Tharman also shared his best wishes for Murmu’s continued good health, fulfilment, as well as his hopes for the lasting prosperity for the people of India.
In 2025, Singapore and India celebrated their 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations. - The Straits Times/ANN
