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Prime Minister of Singapore Lawrence Wong has congratulated Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on his electoral victory.
“Please accept my heartfelt congratulations on your victory in the parliamentary elections of the Republic of Armenia held last month,” PM Wong said in a letter to PM Pashinyan, as published by the Armenian Prime Minister’s Office.
“Singapore and Armenia enjoy friendly relations rooted in longstanding historical ties. Although 2027 will mark the 35th anniversary of the establishment of bilateral diplomatic relations, Armenia’s contribution to Singapore dates back more than a century before that.
“Singapore’s oldest church, the Armenian Church of Saint Gregory the Illuminator, was built in Singapore in 1835 and designated a national monument in 1973 in recognition of the contribution of Singapore’s early Armenian community, which, though small, was highly influential. The Armenian Church is celebrating its 190th anniversary this year.
“Singapore’s national flower, the Vanda Miss Joaquim orchid, was also cultivated by an Armenian woman, Mrs. Agnes Joaquim.
“I also welcome Armenia’s opening of an Honorary Consulate in Singapore in May 2025. This is another step toward strengthening our bilateral cooperation.
“As fellow partner members of the Forum of Small States, we also share a common interest in upholding international law, promoting free trade, and maintaining a rules-based international order. Given our shared interests, there remains potential to further expand our bilateral cooperation in mutually beneficial areas, such as trade and people-to-people exchanges.
“I look forward to working together with you for the benefit of our two countries and peoples, as well as to meeting with you. Please accept my best wishes for your good health and continued success.”