Dear Ping Tjin

As we celebrate Singapore’s 40^th National Day, your outstanding achievement of swimming across the English Channel on 6 Aug 05 is a fitting achievement to mark the occasion.  Your perseverance, determination and fortitude in what you achieved will give encouragement to all Singaporeans, young and old to persevere, whatever the odds.

I also read of your laudable intention of raising money for charity through this swim.  I deeply appreciate your concern and compassion for your fellow human beings, and your efforts to live up to your reputation as a Rhodes Scholar.

You have made Singapore proud.  I wish you success in your future endeavours.  I am sure you will continue to strive to achieve many more successes.

Yours sincerely

S R NATHAN