By Bernama,
Singapore : Singapore, as the chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), Thursday welcomed the confirmation of Scot Marciel as the United States’ Ambassador for Asean Affairs.
Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the appointment reflected the strength of the Asean-US relationship and the commitment of the United States to continue its engagement with Asean.
The United States is the first dialogue partner of Asean to appoint an ambassador to Asean.
The US Senate had confirmed career foreign service officer Marciel as its first ambassador for Asean affairs on Tuesday.
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