Singapore and India: Emerging Relations

This Singapore Studies module will focus on the very significant bilateral relations of Singapore and India, particularly in the Asian geopolitical context. The relationship goes back to their shared histories of colonial times and connectivities have carried on ever since. It will look at how both Singapore and India are cooperating in areas of trade and commerce, traditional and non-traditional security, mobilization of human resources and capital, and playing an increasingly important role in the Asia-Pacific region. Singapore's significant role in balancing power relations between two emerging economic powerhouses of Asia - China and India will also be a part of discussion in the module. Additionally, there will be focus on the growth and development of the Indian Diaspora in Singapore and how it has facilitated the bilateral relations.