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Tharman Shanmugaratnam, the President of Singapore, is scheduled to arrive in Odisha on a two-day visit to the State starting January 17, official sources informed on Sunday.
According to the official sources, the President’s visit underscores increasing collaboration between Singapore and India in areas such as cultural heritage and skill development. As part of his itinerary, Shanmugaratnam will explore the iconic Sun Temple in Konark, reflecting a shared appreciation for historical landmarks.
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The President will engage in discussions with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi aiming to deepen bilateral relations. His visit marks the completion of 60 years of diplomatic relations between India and Singapore, and a celebration is scheduled to be held.
The President will also tour a skill development centre, highlighting Singapore’s interest in vocational training partnerships within the region. Odisha’s police chief has outlined security measures and logistic arrangements for the visit to ensure smooth proceedings.
During his official stay in Odisha, President Shanmugaratnam is anticipated to formalise several bilateral agreements, focusing primarily on the petrochemical and green energy sectors. These to-be-signed accords are aimed at bolstering cooperation and attracting further investment between the two nations within these industries.
Odisha is also preparing to host the inaugural edition of Utkarsh Odisha on January 28 and January 29, with Singapore participating as the partner country. Singapore would be the first country partner for Utkarsh Odisha-Make in Odisha Conclave 2025.
Worth mentioning, the previous year on December 10, Singapore High Commissioner Simon Wong engaged in discussions with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at Lok Seva Bhawan to explore matters of mutual interest.
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The mega-event aims to boost the financial prowess of the State and position it as a key destination for investments of both regional and foreign nature.
Odisha CM, during his visit to Singapore in November last year, requested the presence of the island country’s president in Odisha, which has now been accepted.
