AAS Magazine Vol 1 March 2017 Mar. 2017 Vol 1 | Page 6

MESSAGE FROM H.E. Dr Tony Tan

Keng Yam, President of the

Republic of Singapore AND PATRON

OF AUSTRALIAN ALUMNI SINGAPORE

Since its establishment in 1955, the Australian Alumni Singapore (AAS) has evolved and grown to be one of the leading alumni organisations in Singapore. Under the competent leadership of its Management Committee and the strong support of the Australian High Commission, the membership of AAS has seen phenomenal growth in recent years and its activities are well attended by members. Through these efforts, the AAS helps promote goodwill and understanding among Singaporeans and Australians.

Singapore and Australia share a special relationship built on long-standing ties and mutual trust. The two countries enjoy strong political, economic and people-to-people ties, which will be further strengthened with the Singapore-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The work of AAS adds another important dimension to the lasting friendship between Singapore and Australia.

I would like to congratulate the AAS on its many achievements. Starting this year, the AAS will be implementing its new 2017-2019 Strategic Plan and the supporting digital initiatives. I am confident that these plans will bring AAS to the next level.

H.E. Dr. Tony Tan Keng Yam

President of the Republic of Singapore

Patron of Australian Alumni Singapore