Recognizing the 60th anniversary of independence of the Republic of Singapore and supporting a strong United States-Singapore relationship.

H. Res. 696 is a House of Representatives resolution recognizing the 60th anniversary of Singapore’s independence (August 9, 1965) and reaffirming a strong United States–Singapore bilateral relationship. It emphasizes boosting economic, security, and people-to-people ties. The resolution highlights Singapore’s transition to a wealthy, rule-of-law economy with an open business climate, its role as a major American investment partner, and its close security cooperation with the United States in the Indo-Pacific. It also notes longstanding trade relations (including the U.S.-Singapore Free Trade Agreement since 2004), defense interoperability, educational exchanges, and the large presence of citizens from both countries living abroad. The bill is a non-binding expression of Congress’ support and is primarily a strategic/soft-power statement rather than new policy or funding.