{"product_id":"from-estate-to-embassy-memories-of-an-ambassador","title":"From Estate to  Embassy: Memories of an ambassador","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eK. Kesavapanys journey from the Malayan estates to Singapore, and his subsequent roles in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and academia are documented in this biography. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 380 pages\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14 June 2019\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) Pte Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eK. Kesavapanys remarkable journey spans from his early days on the Malayan estates in the late 1930s to his relocation to Singapore in the 1970s, where he was headhunted to join the prestigious Singapore Civil Service. His career took a significant turn when he entered Singapores Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), where he held various diplomatic positions and embarked on international assignments. His diplomatic career took him to various countries, including Australia, Turkey, Geneva, Jordan, Indonesia, Russia, the United Kingdom, and Malaysia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter retiring from his last post with the MFA, Kesavapanys took on the role of Director of the Institute of Southeast Asian Studies at the National University of Singapore. This book not only chronicles his professional journey but also delves into the subsequent phase of his life, where he assumed prominent positions in Singapores social and academic landscape. He served as a Visiting Professor at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, a board member of the Dyslexia Association of Singapore, the Singapore Indian Association, the Inter-Religious Organization, and the Singapore International Foundation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKesavapanys life is a testament to his dedication, resilience, and commitment to public service. His journey from the Malayan estates to the halls of international diplomacy showcases his remarkable adaptability and ability to navigate complex political landscapes. His contributions to Singapore and the broader Southeast Asian region have been significant, and his legacy continues to inspire future generations of diplomats and scholars.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 276g\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 148 x 227 x 13 (mm)\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9789814841504\\n                            \\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K. Kesavapany,Anitha Devi Pillai","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44099584983290,"sku":"9789814841504","price":8.93,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/6c0e7f57a69fea1a4a2fe6075e1e675f.jpg?v=1628394923","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/from-estate-to-embassy-memories-of-an-ambassador","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}