🚀 On Monday, December 15, 2025, China and Singapore co-hosted a power-packed series of talks in Chongqing to supercharge ties on the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and innovation. Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang and Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong co-chaired four key cooperation councils, covering everything from industrial parks and eco-cities to strategic connectivity.
Key takeaways:
- BRI & Innovation Alignment: Plans to boost high-quality infrastructure and next-gen tech collabs.
- Project Upgrades: Leveraging policy resources to level up mega-projects in Suzhou, Tianjin, and Chongqing.
- Trade & Sustainability: A joint pledge to safeguard the multilateral trading system and promote green development.
- New Rail Link 🚄: Launch of the Chongqing–Central Asia & Chongqing–Southeast Asia International Railway Express under the multi-modal demo project.
For young pros and students across South and Southeast Asia, this means more startup hubs, green tech partnerships, and seamless cross-border trade. Imagine faster shipments of your fave gadgets, fresh funding streams for eco-friendly ventures, and new job opportunities in booming industrial zones!
The China-Singapore bond has always been rock-solid, thanks to strategic leadership and mutual trust. Both sides are committed to respecting core interests—Singapore reaffirms its one-China policy and opposes Taiwan independence—while driving friendly, win-win cooperation.
Stay tuned as these two powerhouses ride the rails of innovation and connectivity toward a brighter, more prosperous region! 🌏🤝
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
