India–Singapore Extensive Strategic Partnership (CSP)

What it entails?

The Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) represents the pinnacle of bilateral relations between India and Singapore.

It was upgraded from a Strategic Partnership in 2015 and further strengthened in 2025 with a new plan.

Main Agreements (2025 Plan):

Economic Collaboration → assess CECA & AITIGA, enhance semiconductor industry, strengthen capital markets, engage in space partnership.

Skills Enhancement → National Center of Excellence in Chennai for advanced manufacturing and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).

Digitalization → Expansion of UPI-PayNow, fintech innovations, cybersecurity advancements, AI applications in healthcare/agriculture.

Sustainability → eco-friendly hydrogen, nuclear energy initiatives, climate action efforts, food safety.

Connectivity → maritime and aviation connections, Green and Digital Shipping Corridor, eco-friendly aviation fuel.

Healthcare & Medicine → digital health, medical technology R&D, nursing competencies, illness monitoring.

Individuals-to-Individuals → exchanges for students/professionals, cultural interactions, cooperation in parliament and public service.

Defence & Security → collaborative drills, naval safety, anti-terrorism efforts, defence technology partnership.