MFA Press Release: Congratulatory messages from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong to Indian Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh

PM Lee and SM Goh have written congratulatory letters to Indian Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh. The text of the letters are below:

PM Lee's letter:

20 May 2009

Dear Prime Minister

Please accept my warmest congratulations on the Congress Party's resounding victory in the recent general elections.

The victory is a strong affirmation by the Indian people of the Congress-led government's policies. As you form your next Government, this strong mandate augurs well for India's regional and global position.

Bilateral relations between India and Singapore have expanded and deepened on all levels under your leadership. We would not have come so far without your personal oversight.

I look forward to working closely with you again to further strengthen the cooperation between our two countries and to have India firmly engaged in our region.
Yours Sincerely,

[LEE HSIEN LOONG]

His Excellency Dr Manmohan Singh
Prime Minister
Republic of India

SM Goh's letter:

20 May 2009

His Excellency Dr Manmohan Singh
Prime Minister
Republic of India

Dear Prime Minister,

My warmest congratulations on the splendid victory by the Congress Party in the elections.

The people of India have clearly endorsed your government's development-oriented and forward-looking policies. With you at the helm again, I am confident that India is poised for even greater growth and leadership in the region and globally.

Singapore and India enjoy excellent relations and under your personal guidance, much has been achieved. I look forward to working closely with you again to further strengthen the cooperation and friendship between our two countries.

Warmest regards

Yours Sincerely,

[GOH CHOK TONG]