US praises former PM Manmohan Singh for bringing the two democracies closer

United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed deep condolences on the passing of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, hailing him as a key figure in strengthening US-India relations.

Blinken praised Dr. Manmohan Singh for his leadership, and said that he played an important role in advancing economic reforms in India, and fostering the US-India strategic partnership.

In a statement, Blinken said, “The United States offers our sincere condolences to the people of India for the passing of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh.”

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“Dr. Singh was one of the greatest champions of the US-India strategic partnership, and his work laid the foundation for much of what our countries have accomplished together in the past two decades,” Blinken said.

“His leadership in advancing the US-India Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement signified a major investment in the potential of the US-India relationship,” Blinken added.

“At home, Dr. Singh will be remembered for his economic reforms that spurred India’s rapid economic growth. We mourn Dr. Singh’s passing and will always remember his dedication to bringing the United States and India closer together,” Blinken said.