Anjani Sinha, President Donald Trump's nominee for U.S. ambassador to Singapore, faced a challenging Senate confirmation hearing marked by his difficulty in answering questions about Singapore and its relationship with the United States. Democratic Senator Tammy Duckworth questioned Sinha rigorously, highlighting his lack of preparation on key issues related to the city-state. The hearing drew criticism, with calls for Sinha to improve his knowledge ahead of potential confirmation. Meanwhile, the White House has nominated Sean O’Neill as the next U.S. ambassador to Thailand; O’Neill currently serves as Acting Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs and has a diplomatic career dating back to post-September 11. Additionally, Nick Adams, known for his strong support of Trump, has been nominated to serve as U.S. ambassador to Malaysia.