The 3rd ministerial round table of India – Singapore (ISMR) meets in New Delhi to trace new paths of strategic, economic and digital cooperation
A warm and ceremonial welcome welcomed the Deputy Prime Minister of Singapore, Mr. Gan Kim Yong, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan, and the ministerial delegation which accompanies him on his arrival in New Delhi for the 3rd ministerial round table in India – Singapore (ISMR). This great power meeting reflects the commitment of deepening and the strategic alignment between the two nations.
The ISMR, envisaged by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, is a unique and prospective mechanism to trace a new course for cooperation in India – Singapore. Since its creation in September 2022, the platform has enabled both parties to engage in a dialogue targeted in a range of sectors, trade and technology to security and connectivity.
The third round of this year brings together some of the most senior ministers in the two governments. Representing India are SMT. Nirmala Sitharaman, Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs; Dr. S. Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs; Shri Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry; And Shri Ashwini Vahnaw, Minister of Railway, Information and Broadcasting, Electronics and Information Technologies.
On the Singaporean side, the participants include Mr. Gan Kim Yong, Vice-Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce and Industry; MK Shanmugam, Minister of National Security and Minister of National Security; Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Ms. Josephine Teo, Minister of Digital Development and Information; Dr. Tan See Leng, Minister of Workhop; And Mr. Jeffrey Siow, Acting Minister for Transport.
Held alternately to New Delhi and Singapore, the ISMR serves not only as an examination mechanism, but as an incubator of new ideas. This year’s discussions should focus on expanding economic partnerships, improving the collaboration of the digital and green economy, strengthening the development of workforce and security cooperation.
The complete strategic partnership between India and Singapore continues to thrive, supported by shared values, mutual trust and robust institutional frameworks like the ISMR. While the two nations sail in an increasingly complex global landscape, this ministerial round table provides crucial space to align ambitions, unlock new synergies and reaffirm their commitment to regional and global stability.
Source: Indian High Commissioner in Singapore
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