Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:06am on 28 Dec 2024,Saturday India Global
Outgoing US President Joe Biden condoled the death of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, hailing him as a “true statesman” and a “kind and humble” leader. Biden emphasized Singh's pivotal role in the US-India Civil Nuclear Agreement and the Quad partnership. Recalling interactions from 2008 and 2013, Biden highlighted Singh’s contributions to shaping one of the world’s most consequential bilateral relationships. The White House extended condolences to Singh’s family and the Indian people. Singh, the architect of India’s economic reforms, passed away at 92. His final rites were performed with full state honors in New Delhi.