Singapore Leaders Congratulate Trump Ahead Of Inauguration

By Nur Ashikin Abdul Aziz

SINGAPORE, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- Singapore’s leadership has congratulated Donald Trump ahead of his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States.

Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam said as the world is at a critical juncture, the US leadership will be vital in achieving lasting peace and prosperity, as well as in resolving the challenges of the global commons that nations large and small have an interest in.

“Singapore and the US have strong ties, underpinned by robust cooperation in fields like the economy, innovation and security, and with new areas such as civil nuclear energy and critical and emerging technologies being explored.

“We can and will surely deepen this partnership in the years to come,” he posted on Facebook, Monday night.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said Singapore looks forward to working closely with the incoming administration to strengthen ties and explore new opportunities for closer cooperation

“Our strong ties span many critical areas -- trade and investment, defence and security, civilian nuclear technology, and even collaboration in outer space.

“These shared pursuits are built on a deep reservoir of mutual trust,” he posted on social media, extending his best wishes to Trump’s Vice President, JD Vance.

He added that the US has long been a pillar of global stability, security, and innovation, and its leadership will be crucial in addressing today’s global challenges, and will continue to have an enduring impact on the world.

-- BERNAMA