Guangdong and Singapore, despite being nearly 2,700 kilometres apart, continue to strengthen their longstanding partnership. This year, the collaboration gains further importance as Shenzhen prepares to host the APEC Economic Leaders Meeting, highlighting the broader regional vision shared by both regions. Singapore’s Health Minister and Co-Chair of the Singapore-Guangdong Collaboration Council, Ong Ye Kung, emphasised the enduring relationship, noting Guangdong’s status as Singapore’s top provincial trading partner for 36 years.
In Singapore’s Punggol district, autonomous robotaxis developed by Guangzhou-based WeRide are enhancing local transport by connecting key areas such as shopping centres and housing estates. Kerry Xu, General Manager of WeRide Singapore, stated that the company plans to expand its fleet across Southeast Asia, offering better transportation alternatives.
Additionally, Guangdong’s Midea is contributing to Singapore’s public housing by providing centralised cooling solutions, which help save energy and eliminate the need for bulky outdoor units. Adam Yu, Midea’s regional director for Singapore and Malaysia, highlighted the mutual benefits of this exchange.
Singaporean biotech firm Lion TCR has also established operations in the Sino-Singapore Guangzhou Knowledge City, securing a 300-million-yuan Series B financing round. CEO Peng Xiaoming praised the Guangdong-Singapore Cooperation Council platform for facilitating this expansion.
As the APEC meeting approaches, the collaboration between Guangdong and Singapore serves as a model for regional cooperation, with both regions committed to mutual growth and support.
