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Travelling to China? Here’s how to use the digital renminbi to pay

A drone show in Chongqing marking the 10th anniversary of the Chongqing Connectivity Initiative on Dec 15.
A drone show in Chongqing marking the 10th anniversary of the Chongqing Connectivity Initiative on Dec 15.

Singapore, China build on decades of trust to deepen ties, says DPM Gan

Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong and Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang (next to him), with Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo and Chongqing Party Secretary Yuan Jiajun, witnessing the virtual launch of two trains from Yuzui Terminal South Yard to Central Asia and South-east Asia, reflecting how the multimodal trade corridor has enhanced Chongqing’s connectivity.
Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong and Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang (next to him), with Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo and Chongqing Party Secretary Yuan Jiajun, witnessing the virtual launch of two trains from Yuzui Terminal South Yard to Central Asia and South-east Asia, reflecting how the multimodal trade corridor has enhanced Chongqing’s connectivity.

Singapore, China roll out digital renminbi pilot for tourists

Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong (left) meeting Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang in Chongqing, China, on Dec 15.
Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong (left) meeting Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang in Chongqing, China, on Dec 15.

Singapore and China at 35: Enduring partnership, steadfast amid change

Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong (right) with Chinese
 Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang at the 20th Joint Council for Bilateral Cooperation in Singapore in November 2024.
Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong (right) with Chinese
 Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang at the 20th Joint Council for Bilateral Cooperation in Singapore in November 2024.

DPM Gan to head to Chongqing for high-level Singapore-China talks

This is Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong’s second visit to China in four months.
This is Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong’s second visit to China in four months.

News analysis

Barbs, jibes and spin by Chinese netizens over PM Wong’s remarks on Japan-China spat

PM Lawrence Wong was asked about the bilateral spat during the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in Singapore on Nov 19.
PM Lawrence Wong was asked about the bilateral spat during the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in Singapore on Nov 19.

Singapore firms plug into China’s growing market for autonomous vehicles

MooVita CEO Derrick Loh said Guangzhou’s forward-leaning policies for autonomous driving were a plus for the company’s development.
MooVita CEO Derrick Loh said Guangzhou’s forward-leaning policies for autonomous driving were a plus for the company’s development.

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

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.
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.

Singapore’s relevance to China hinges on understanding of its evolving priorities: Chan Chun Sing

Coordinating Minister for Public Services and Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing hopes the Singapore-China bilateral relationship is one that will keep evolving with the times.
Coordinating Minister for Public Services and Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing hopes the Singapore-China bilateral relationship is one that will keep evolving with the times.

Chinese Premier meets Singapore Acting President, business leaders

Chinese Premier Li Qiang (left) calling on Acting President Eddie Teo at the Istana on Oct 26.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang (left) calling on Acting President Eddie Teo at the Istana on Oct 26.

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