Singapore Aug 17 (IANS) Singapore on Friday condoled former Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee s death describing him as a selfless and visionary leader.
"Deepest condolences to the government and people of India on the passing away of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee " Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan a person of Indian origin wrote in the condolence book at the Indian High Commission here.
"Mr Vajpayee was a selfless and visionary leader who made great contributions to India transforming her economy and elevating her standing in the region and the world " Balakrishnan said.
"He oversaw strong growth in the relations between our two countries and will always be remembered as a good friend of Singapore."
Vajpayee 93 passed away here on Thursday evening after a prolonged illness.

--IANS ab/nir