President Donald Trump has put forward entrepreneur Anji Sinha as his candidate for the role of U.S. ambassador to Singapore. This announcement was made on March 11 via a social media update. In his post, Trump expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “I am pleased to announce that Dr. Anji Sinha will be the next United States Ambassador to Singapore. Anji is a highly regarded entrepreneur with a remarkable family! The relationship between the United States and Singapore is crucial, and I am confident that Anji will effectively advocate for our nation’s interests and prioritize America. Congratulations, Anji!” Reports from The Straits Times and other outlets indicate that Sinha has a limited public presence and is not well-known in Washington. Observers have pointed out the scarcity of information regarding him on various websites and social media channels. Many individuals acquainted with the Washington landscape admitted they were unfamiliar with Trump’s nominee before the announcement, and inquiries were made to the White House, State Department, and the U.S. Embassy in Singapore for additional insights into Sinha’s qualifications and background. Notably, the position of U.S. Ambassador to Singapore had been unfilled throughout Trump’s initial term in office.
