New Delhi: The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, and the Public Service Division of the Republic of Singapore have signed a protocol document to extend the current memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation on Thursday in the field of personnel management and public administration. The MoU will now be in effect until 2028, following a five-year extension. The signing ceremony, attended by senior officials from both countries, took place in New Delhi and virtually.
The extension of the MoU signifies the commitment of India and Singapore to deepen their partnership and strengthen collaboration in the realm of public service. The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions stated that the objective is to enhance cooperation through various forms of engagement between the public services of both nations.
Under the renewed MoU, areas such as administrative reforms, public sector transformation, public service delivery, leadership and talent development, e-governance, capacity building, and training will be the focus of collaboration. These activities aim to foster the exchange of best practices and knowledge sharing between India and Singapore in order to promote effective governance and efficient public administration.
The signing ceremony was attended by V Srinivas, Secretary on behalf of DARPG, and Simon Wong, High Commissioner of Singapore to India. The event also witnessed the virtual presence and address by the Permanent Secretary, Public Service Division, Republic of Singapore.
This extension of the MoU reflects the commitment of both countries to strengthen bilateral ties and learn from each other’s experiences in public administration. It provides a platform for India and Singapore to engage in meaningful exchanges, leveraging their respective expertise to drive administrative excellence and deliver citizen-centric services.
The partnership between India and Singapore holds significant potential in facilitating the exchange of ideas, strategies, and innovative approaches to public service management. By leveraging technology and focusing on capacity building, both nations can enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of their public administration systems.
The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions expressed confidence that the extended MoU will contribute to the continuous improvement of public administration practices in both India and Singapore. The collaboration will enable the exchange of valuable insights and pave the way for sustainable development, benefiting the citizens of both nations.
With the extension of the MoU, India and Singapore reaffirm their commitment to fostering a robust partnership in the field of public administration, setting the stage for further collaboration and advancements in the years to come.
