New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt congratulations to Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong for his resounding victory in the general elections held on May 3, 2025. Wong’s People’s Action Party (PAP) secured a commanding 87 out of 97 parliamentary seats, reinforcing its decades-long dominance. In a post on X, Modi wrote, “Heartiest congratulations

@LawrenceWongST on your resounding victory in the general elections. India and Singapore share a strong and multifaceted partnership, underpinned by close people-to-people ties. I look forward to continue working closely with you to further advance our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.”

The landslide victory marks a significant milestone for Wong, 52, who assumed office as Singapore’s fourth prime minister in May 2024, succeeding Lee Hsien Loong after his 20-year tenure. Addressing supporters before the final results, Wong expressed gratitude for the “strong mandate” and vowed to honor the public’s trust with greater dedication. The PAP, which has governed Singapore since its independence in 1965, continued its unbroken streak, fending off opposition challenges with 65.57% of the popular vote. “This result reflects the people’s faith in PAP’s vision,” said political analyst Priya Menon, noting Wong’s role in sustaining the party’s legacy.

Modi’s message underscores the deep ties between India and Singapore, built on robust economic, cultural, and strategic cooperation. The two nations, which upgraded their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2015, have collaborated closely in areas like technology, defense, and trade. With Wong’s renewed mandate, experts anticipate further strengthening of bilateral initiatives, especially as both countries mark 60 years of diplomatic relations in 2025. However, the update to WhatsApp’s broadcast messaging policy, limiting users to 35 messages monthly, has sparked discussions about its potential impact on political outreach, including election-related communications, in tech-savvy Singapore. For now, Modi and Wong’s shared commitment signals a promising future for India-Singapore relations.