The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) has announced two strategic partnerships with Jiangsu, China, to expand the pipeline of Chartered Accountant (CA) Singapore-qualified talent and support the overseas growth of Singaporean companies. These partnerships were formalised on 3 December 2025 during the 19th Singapore-Jiangsu Cooperation Council Meeting in Nanjing, co-chaired by Liu Xiaotao, Deputy Secretary of the CPC Jiangsu Provincial Committee, and Indranee Rajah, Singapore’s Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office.
The collaboration with Jiangsu aims to address the increasing demand for accountants with international expertise, mobility, and cultural fluency. ISCA’s partnership with the Jiangsu Institute of Certified Public Accountants (JICPA) focuses on professional exchange, talent development, and business expansion. Li Zailin, President of JICPA, highlighted the significance of this collaboration, stating, “Through this partnership, we will strengthen professional exchange, develop global-ready talent, support member firms in cross-border development, and enhance the international competitiveness of our accounting firms.”
Additionally, ISCA has signed a memorandum of understanding with Nanjing Audit University (NAU) to foster accountancy talent and industry advancement. This partnership will involve resource-sharing, curriculum collaboration, and continuous professional development. Professor Li Qianwen, Vice President of NAU, expressed enthusiasm, noting, “This partnership creates a strong bridge for our students to step onto the international stage.”
These initiatives are expected to bolster the accountancy sectors in both regions, facilitating the development of globally competent accountants and supporting Singaporean companies in their expansion into China. ISCA President Teo Ser Luck emphasised the importance of these partnerships, stating, “By working closely together, we can develop global-ready accountants, uplift professional standards, and support Singapore companies as they grow overseas.”
