SINGAPORE - A group of Americans living in Singapore distributed more than 300 care packs to needy families at a rental block here, as part of events leading up to the Jan 20 inauguration of United States President-elect Joe Biden. The Monday (Jan 18) morning distribution drive was part of a National Day of Service in the US organised by.
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Americans give out care packs to needy residents in Singapore to mark Biden s inauguration as president
The event was organised by the American Chamber of Commerce and the American Association of Singapore.ST PHOTO: TIMOTHY DAVID
The distribution drive was part of a National Day of Service in the US organised by the Presidential Inaugural Committee for President-elect Joe Biden and Vice-President-elect Kamala Harris.ST PHOTO: TIMOTHY DAVID
PublishedJan 18, 2021, 12:00 pm SGT
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