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Singapore calls for deeper cooperation with China amid geopolitical shifts and social pressures

Both sides should continue to find common ground, said Coordinating Minister for Public Services Chan Chun Sing.

Coordinating Minister for Public Services and Minister-in-charge of the Public Service Mr Chan Chun Sing speaking at the 10th Singapore-China Forum on Leadership held at Conrad Singapore on Nov 18, 2025.

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