SINGAPORE: US Ambassador Dr Anjani K Sinha has arrived in Singapore to start his tenure, the US Embassy Singapore mentioned on Thursday (Nov 6).
“I’m deeply honoured to signify the USA in Singapore, a good friend of the USA that could be a main hub for American enterprise and a pillar of regional stability,” mentioned Dr Sinha.
He added that he regarded ahead to working with the federal government and other people of Singapore to deepen collaboration.
“President Trump has requested me to extend our ambitions for cooperation with Singapore, primarily based on mutual respect and shared priorities. Specifically, I’m desperate to work with Singapore to areas comparable to know-how, vitality, and safety.”
Dr Sinha, who was confirmed by the US Senate in October, was an orthopaedic surgeon.
He and his spouse, retired anesthesiologist Kiki Sinha, have been married for 48 years. They’ve two kids and three grandchildren.
The embassy mentioned Dr Sinha’s appointment displays the US’ dedication to working with Singapore on shared objectives of prosperity and safety.
“For almost 60 years, the partnership between the USA and Singapore has introduced tangible advantages to the individuals of each international locations, together with in areas of rising know-how, vitality safety, legislation enforcement, and navy engagements,” it added.
Dr Sinha mentioned: “As a doctor, I’ve spent my profession connecting with individuals and delivering outcomes, and I look ahead to making use of that very same spirit of collaboration to deepen the ties between our two international locations.”
