WASHINGTON – Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed his condolences Thursday following the death of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, calling him a “great champion” of U.S.-India relations.
“Dr. Singh was one of the greatest champions of the U.S.-India strategic partnership,” Blinken said in a statement. “His work laid the foundation for much of what our countries have accomplished together in the past two decades.”
Singh, who served as prime minister from 2004 to 2014, was instrumental in advancing the U.S.-India Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement, a landmark deal that strengthened ties between the two nations.
“His leadership in advancing the agreement signified a major investment in the potential of the U.S.-India relationship,” Blinken added.
At home, Singh is widely credited for spearheading economic reforms that propelled India’s rapid growth during his tenure.
“We mourn Dr. Singh’s passing and will always remember his dedication to bringing the United States and India closer together,” Blinken said.
Singh, 91, passed away in New Delhi on Tuesday, leaving behind a legacy of transformative leadership in India and on the global stage.
