Former Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh passed away at the age of 92, and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim expressed deep sadness at his demise. Ibrahim called Singh his “honoured and cherished friend,” highlighting their close personal bond, in an emotional ode uploaded on X. He hailed Singh’s position as the mastermind behind India’s economic reforms and called him the “midwife of India’s emergence” as a major player in the world economy.
Ibrahim pointed out that many obituaries and essays would honor Singh’s legacy, emphasizing his integrity and perseverance as a statesman in spite of his reputation as being “slightly awkward” in political circles. “Such acts of quiet magnanimity defined him, and they helped him get through tough times,” he said, recalling how Singh helped him.
figures throughout the world have expressed their condolences for Singh’s passing, citing his contributions to advancing economic growth and international relations. These figures include French President Emmanuel Macron and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
