Key Points

The third India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable saw discussions on strengthening economic ties. Jaishankar emphasized the importance of government-industry collaboration for future growth. Key ministers from both nations attended the high-level meeting in Delhi. The roundtable explored new areas to expand the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Key Points: Jaishankar Stresses Government-Industry Synergy at India-Singapore Roundtable

  • Jaishankar lauds Singapore ministers for strengthening bilateral ties
  • Roundtable identifies new avenues for India-Singapore cooperation
  • Ministers discuss deepening Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
  • ISMR envisioned by PM Modi to boost economic collaboration
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India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable held in Delhi; Jaishankar lays stress on synergy between government and industry

EAM Jaishankar highlights key role of government-industry collaboration in deepening India-Singapore Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

"Synergy between Government & Industry is key to unlocking the next phase of ties - S Jaishankar"

New Delhi August 13

The third round of the India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR) was held here on Wednesday, with the leaders of the two countries expressing their commitment to strengthening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

The ISMR had a productive interaction with the India Singapore Business Roundtable (ISBR) delegation.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar lauded the Singapore Ministers who attended the ISMR for their commitment to strengthening the bilateral relationship.

He said synergy between Government and Industry is key to unlocking the next phase of bilateral ties.

"Delighted to attend the 3rd India Singapore Ministerial Roundtable #ISMR in New Delhi. Thank DPM @GANKIMYONG, Coordinating Minister for National Security & Home Affairs K Shanmugam, FM @VivianBala, Digital Development & Information Minister @joteo_ylm, Minister for Manpower Dr Tan See Leng and Acting Minister for Transport Jeffrey Siow for their commitment to strengthen our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership," Jaishankar said in a post on X.

"The ISMR had a productive interaction with the India Singapore Business Roundtable #ISBR delegation. Synergy between Government & Industry is key to unlocking the next phase of ties," he added.

Apart from Jaishankar, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, Railways, IT and Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, attended the India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable.

Singapore Ministers who took part in ISMR were g, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong, Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs K Shanmugam, Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan,; Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo, Minister for Manpower Dr. Tan See Leng, and Acting Minister for Transport Jeffrey Siow,

The third round of ISMR identified avenues to broaden and deepen our bilateral relations.

Envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, ISMR is a unique mechanism for setting a new agenda for India-Singapore cooperation. Its inaugural meeting was held in New Delhi in September 2022, and the second meeting was held in Singapore in August 2024.

India and Singapore share a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

- ANI

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Shreya B
While these meetings are important, I hope they translate to actual benefits for small Indian businesses. Too often only big corporates gain from such partnerships. Need more focus on MSME sector!
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Arjun K
Singapore has been a reliable partner for India. Their investments in our infrastructure and technology sectors have created many jobs. Hope this roundtable leads to more opportunities in AI and renewable energy.
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Priya S
The government-industry synergy point is crucial. Singapore's public-private partnership model is world-class. If we can adopt even 50% of their efficiency, it would transform our manufacturing sector.
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Karthik V
Would love to see more student exchange programs and easier work visas between our countries. Many young Indians want to experience Singapore's work culture but the process is too complex currently.
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Nisha Z
Singapore's digital governance is amazing! Hope our ministers learn their best practices. Our government apps still crash frequently while Singpass works flawlessly. Time to upgrade our systems!
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David E
As an expat in Singapore, I've seen how both countries benefit from this partnership. Indian professionals contribute significantly to Singapore's tech sector while bringing back valuable experience.

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