Anjani Sinha
American orthopaedic surgeon and diplomat
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Anjani Sinha (born 1949) is an American orthopaedic surgeon and diplomat who has been the United States Ambassador to Singapore since 2025.[1][2]
Anjani Sinha | |
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Official portrait, 2025 | |
| United States Ambassador to Singapore | |
| Assumed office November 17, 2025 | |
| President | Donald Trump |
| Preceded by | Jonathan E. Kaplan |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1949 (age 76–77) |
| Spouse | Kiki Sinha |
| Children | 2 |
| Delhi University MGM Medical School (MD) | |
| Occupation | Orthopedic surgeon • Diplomat |
Early life and education
Sinha was born in India.[3] He attended MGM Medical School and Delhi University.[4] He immigrated to the US in 1977 and worked in sports medicine.[1]
Career
US Ambassador to Singapore
Sinha was nominated by President Donald Trump in March 2025.[2][5]
On July 9, 2025, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee held a confirmation hearing for Sinha.[6] During the hearing, he was criticized by Senator Tammy Duckworth as "unqualified" for his responses to questions about Singapore, its relationship with the United States, and its role within ASEAN.[7][8][9]
Videos from Sinha's confirmation hearing were widely covered by Southeast Asian newspapers.[6][10]
On October 7, his appointment as ambassador was confirmed by a 51-47 simple majority in an en bloc vote.[11] Sinha arrived to Singapore on November 6 and he presented his credentials to President of Singapore on November 17, 2025.[12]
Personal life
Sinha is married to Kiki Sinha, an Indian-born retired anesthesiologist who works at New York University.[13] They have two children and three grandchildren.[1]
Sinha, who has practised in New York and Florida, is believed to be close to the Trump family.[14] Sinha is believed to be a member of the Trump International Golf Club in South Florida.[15]
Political activities
Sinha has reportedly donated to candidates, parties, and Political Action Committees (PACs) since 1989, including around US$4,500 (S$6,000) to the Trump 2024 campaign.[15] In February 2025, Sinha donated $1 million to MAGA Inc., a Trump-aligned super PAC.[16][17]
