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US HR696
Resolution
Status
9/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
David Schweikert
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AI Summary
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Recognizes the 60th anniversary of Singapore's independence (August 9, 1965) and the upcoming 60th anniversary of U.S.-Singapore diplomatic relations in 2026
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U.S.-Singapore free trade agreement since 2004 has produced a consistent U.S. trade surplus, growing from $7 billion in 2004 to $27 billion in 2024
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Singapore is the third-largest Asian investor in the U.S., with trade and investments supporting over 330,000 American jobs; over 5,800 American companies maintain regional offices in Singapore
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U.S. military forces routinely rotate through Singapore for South China Sea patrols, and Singapore participates in coalitions against ISIS and Gulf of Aden piracy
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Reaffirms House support for strengthening bilateral ties focused on economic, security, and people-to-people cooperation
Legislative Description
Recognizing the 60th anniversary of independence of the Republic of Singapore and supporting a strong United States-Singapore relationship.
International affairs
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
9/10/2025