Singapore/New Delhi, Sep 4 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Singapore on Wednesday to a rousing welcome from the Indian diaspora, with classical and folk dancers giving performances and the Indian community reaching out to the PM to greet him with “Modi, Modi” slogans and take selfies with him.
The PM posted a video on X of the greeting by the Indian diaspora at the Hotel Shangri La, and said:
“Thank you Singapore! The welcome was truly vibrant.”
Earlier, after alighting at Changi airport, the PM said he is looking forward to the various meeting aimed at boosting the bilateral friendship.
In a post on X, the PM said:
“Landed in Singapore. Looking forward to a the various meetings aimed at boosting the India-Singapore friendship. India’s reforms and the talent of our Yuva Shakti makes our nation an ideal investment destination. We also look forward to closer cultural ties.”
The MEA spokesperson said that the PM was received by Singapore’s Minister of Home Affairs and Law K Shanmugam.
“PM @narendramodi lands in the Lion city, Singapore today.
“Warmly received by Minister of Home Affairs and Law K Shanmugam of Singapore.
“An action packed agenda lies ahead.”
Singapore’s High Commissioner to India Simon Wong was also at the airport to welcome the PM as was the Indian High Commissioner Shilpak Ambule.
He is to attend a dinner hosted by Singapore PM Lawrence Wong tonight ahead of the formal bilateral talks tomorrow.
