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Singapore remains India’s largest foreign investor, while India continues to play a critical role in Singapore’s economic and cultural landscape
India and Singapore celebrated the 60th anniversary of their diplomatic relations on Thursday (January 16, 2025), with a series of high-profile meetings and events that underscored their enduring partnership and shared vision for the future. The occasion was marked by the unveiling of a special commemorative logo by President Droupadi Murmu and Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam during a ceremony in New Delhi.
The joint logo, featuring elements from the national flags of both countries, India’s lotus, and Singapore’s orchid, symbolises the mutual trust, shared values, and robust ties between the two nations. The milestone event also set the stage for a range of discussions on critical issues, including sustainability, digitalisation, defence, and advanced manufacturing.
President Tharman, on his first state visit to India since assuming office, was accorded a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan. He met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Murmu, and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, engaging in extensive discussions aimed at deepening the bilateral Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Speaking at the ceremonial event, President Tharman emphasized the unique bond between the two countries: "India and Singapore share a natural partnership rooted in mutual interests and a shared commitment to progress. Over the past 60 years, our relationship has evolved significantly, and today, we are exploring new initiatives in sustainability, digital technologies, and regional connectivity."
Prime Minister Modi echoed this sentiment, highlighting Singapore’s role as a key partner in India’s Act East Policy and Indo-Pacific strategy. Discussions between the two leaders focused on enhancing cooperation in semiconductors, digitalisation, skilling, and renewable energy corridors.
“Earlier this evening, met the President of Singapore, Mr. Tharman Shanmugaratnam. We discussed the full range of the India-Singapore Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. We talked about futuristic sectors like semiconductors, digitalisation, skilling, connectivity and more. We also spoke on ways to improve cooperation in industry, infrastructure and culture,” Prime Minister Modi said on social media platform X.
During their meetings, the leaders reaffirmed their commitment to advancing collaboration in several forward-looking areas. In digital and sustainability initiatives, India and Singapore are exploring the development of a data corridor between GIFT City and Singapore, enabling secure and trusted financial data exchange. They are also working on renewable energy corridors and net-zero industrial parks. Discussions included enhancing joint exercises and exploring maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations for the aerospace sector, further strengthening defence ties.
Cooperation in semiconductor ecosystem development and advanced manufacturing was a key focus, with both sides acknowledging the potential for India to become a global hub in these sectors. President Tharman noted Singapore’s active role in skilling initiatives, particularly in India’s northeastern and eastern states, such as the World Skill Center in Odisha.
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar also met with President Tharman to discuss bilateral cooperation in key areas. He highlighted the significance of the state visit in adding fresh momentum to the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. After the meeting, Jaishankar remarked on X: "Delighted to call on President Tharman Shanmugaratnam of Singapore today. Discussed our cooperation in semiconductors, industrial parks, skilling, digitalisation, and trade development. Confident that his visit will further enhance our partnership as we celebrate 60 years of bilateral relations."
To celebrate the 60th anniversary, a series of commemorative events are planned throughout 2025.
Singapore remains India’s largest foreign investor, while India continues to play a critical role in Singapore’s economic and cultural landscape. The two nations are exploring collaborative opportunities in areas like healthcare, connectivity, advanced technology, and education, reflecting a shared commitment to mutual prosperity.
President Tharman’s state visit also includes a visit to Odisha, reflecting Singapore’s focus on regional development and India’s commitment to fostering growth in its eastern states.
As part of his itinerary, President Tharman paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat, attended a banquet hosted by President Murmu, and interacted with business leaders to explore further opportunities for collaboration.
The 60th anniversary celebrations mark a pivotal moment in India-Singapore relations, with both nations reaffirming their commitment to deepening ties in a rapidly changing global landscape. The state visit by President Tharman, coupled with the high-level discussions, sets the stage for a future of enhanced cooperation in cutting-edge technologies, sustainable development, and regional security.
As India and Singapore look to the next decade, their partnership is poised to drive innovation, promote regional stability, and foster shared prosperity, reflecting the true essence of their enduring friendship.
The joint logo, featuring elements from the national flags of both countries, India’s lotus, and Singapore’s orchid, symbolises the mutual trust, shared values, and robust ties between the two nations. The milestone event also set the stage for a range of discussions on critical issues, including sustainability, digitalisation, defence, and advanced manufacturing.
President Tharman, on his first state visit to India since assuming office, was accorded a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan. He met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Murmu, and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, engaging in extensive discussions aimed at deepening the bilateral Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Speaking at the ceremonial event, President Tharman emphasized the unique bond between the two countries: "India and Singapore share a natural partnership rooted in mutual interests and a shared commitment to progress. Over the past 60 years, our relationship has evolved significantly, and today, we are exploring new initiatives in sustainability, digital technologies, and regional connectivity."
Prime Minister Modi echoed this sentiment, highlighting Singapore’s role as a key partner in India’s Act East Policy and Indo-Pacific strategy. Discussions between the two leaders focused on enhancing cooperation in semiconductors, digitalisation, skilling, and renewable energy corridors.
“Earlier this evening, met the President of Singapore, Mr. Tharman Shanmugaratnam. We discussed the full range of the India-Singapore Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. We talked about futuristic sectors like semiconductors, digitalisation, skilling, connectivity and more. We also spoke on ways to improve cooperation in industry, infrastructure and culture,” Prime Minister Modi said on social media platform X.
During their meetings, the leaders reaffirmed their commitment to advancing collaboration in several forward-looking areas. In digital and sustainability initiatives, India and Singapore are exploring the development of a data corridor between GIFT City and Singapore, enabling secure and trusted financial data exchange. They are also working on renewable energy corridors and net-zero industrial parks. Discussions included enhancing joint exercises and exploring maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations for the aerospace sector, further strengthening defence ties.
Cooperation in semiconductor ecosystem development and advanced manufacturing was a key focus, with both sides acknowledging the potential for India to become a global hub in these sectors. President Tharman noted Singapore’s active role in skilling initiatives, particularly in India’s northeastern and eastern states, such as the World Skill Center in Odisha.
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar also met with President Tharman to discuss bilateral cooperation in key areas. He highlighted the significance of the state visit in adding fresh momentum to the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. After the meeting, Jaishankar remarked on X: "Delighted to call on President Tharman Shanmugaratnam of Singapore today. Discussed our cooperation in semiconductors, industrial parks, skilling, digitalisation, and trade development. Confident that his visit will further enhance our partnership as we celebrate 60 years of bilateral relations."
To celebrate the 60th anniversary, a series of commemorative events are planned throughout 2025.
Singapore remains India’s largest foreign investor, while India continues to play a critical role in Singapore’s economic and cultural landscape. The two nations are exploring collaborative opportunities in areas like healthcare, connectivity, advanced technology, and education, reflecting a shared commitment to mutual prosperity.
President Tharman’s state visit also includes a visit to Odisha, reflecting Singapore’s focus on regional development and India’s commitment to fostering growth in its eastern states.
As part of his itinerary, President Tharman paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat, attended a banquet hosted by President Murmu, and interacted with business leaders to explore further opportunities for collaboration.
The 60th anniversary celebrations mark a pivotal moment in India-Singapore relations, with both nations reaffirming their commitment to deepening ties in a rapidly changing global landscape. The state visit by President Tharman, coupled with the high-level discussions, sets the stage for a future of enhanced cooperation in cutting-edge technologies, sustainable development, and regional security.
As India and Singapore look to the next decade, their partnership is poised to drive innovation, promote regional stability, and foster shared prosperity, reflecting the true essence of their enduring friendship.
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