China-Singapore Ties Remain Strong Amid New Developments

Strategic Insights -

China and Singapore have maintained good relations since the launch of their first intergovernmental project, the Suzhou Industrial Park, 35 years ago. The industrial hub has contributed significantly to regional GDP, with 400.24 billion yuan (56 billion U.S. dollars) in 2024. The two countries have continued to strengthen their ties, with Chinese Premier Li Qiang visiting Singapore to hold talks with Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. The visit marked a new chapter in their collaboration, with both leaders agreeing to work together on a range of issues, including promoting a more just and equitable world order.

Key Takeaways:

  • China's Suzhou Industrial Park, established 35 years ago, has grown into a bustling industrial hub that contributes significantly to regional GDP, with 400.24 billion yuan (56 billion U.S. dollars) in 2024.
  • Chinese Premier Li Qiang held talks with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, marking a new chapter in their collaboration.
  • The two leaders agreed to work together on promoting a more just and equitable world order.
  • Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong welcomed Chinese Premier Li Qiang before their talks, signaling the importance of their relationship.
  • China's Global Governance Initiative provides important guidance for the future development of the United Nations.
  • The Chinese government has identified eight soldiers killed in the War to Resist American Aggression and Aid the Korean People.
  • A 916-year-old Przewalski's juniper (Juniperus przewalskii) was discovered in northwest China.
  • China's Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) is set to launch an island-wide independent customs operation on Dec. 18, 2025.
  • More than 300,000 commercial vehicles have been exported through Horgos Port in Xinjiang.

Statistics:

  • 400.24 billion yuan (56 billion U.S. dollars) in regional GDP contributed by Suzhou Industrial Park in 2024.
  • 35 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and Singapore.
  • 4.36 trillion yuan in new local government bonds issued in January-September 2025.
  • 300,000 commercial vehicles exported through Horgos Port in Xinjiang.
  • 80th anniversary of Taiwan's restoration to China commemorated on October 25, 2025.

Sources:

  • People's Republic of China -- State Council News
  • Government of Canada News
  • People's Republic of China -- State Council News
  • Xinhua
  • People's Republic of China -- State Council News
  • Xinhua
  • People's Republic of China -- State Council News
  • People's Republic of China -- State Council News
  • Xinhua
  • People's Republic of China -- State Council News
  • Xinhua
  • People's Republic of China -- State Council News
  • People's Republic of China -- State Council News
  • Xinhua
  • People's Republic of China -- State Council News
  • Xinhua
  • People's Republic of China -- State Council News