Singapore-China Youth Exchange Scheme (YES) Forum

Held on Saturday, 16 August, the Singapore-China Youth Exchange Scheme (YES) Forum brought together our growing community of YES alumni, students, companies and IHL partners. Our CEO, Ms Kwek Poh Heok, opened the event with a welcome speech. She shared about her China experience and encouraged our youths to seize

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Business China Youth Series 3 – My Brand Story by Ms Lim Sau Hoong

The Business China Youth Series returned with an inspiring evening of ideas and creativity! Visionary speaker Ms Lim Sau Hoong — award-winning creative director, artist, and visual advisor for the 2008 Beijing Olympics — explored Creativity and Cultural Identity. Sharing her journey from founding Shaofen Labs, Ms Lim offered two

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Singapore – China Youth Forum 2025

At the Singapore – China Youth Forum 2025, 600 bright young minds from both countries came together to mark a meaningful milestone — 35 years of diplomatic relations between Singapore and China. From speeches by our Guests-of-Honour — including Senior Minister of State and Business China (BC) Board Director Tan

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Business China Youth Knowledge Programme JC Edition

The JC edition of the Business China Youth Knowledge Programme (BCYK) wrapped up successfully at Hwa Chong Institution! With over 100 sign-ups and 75 students selected from 12 Junior Colleges, this immersive 3-day China-ready programme featured talks by renowned local scholars and celebrity such as Professor Lee Hock Ming, Dr

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Business China Youth Knowledge Programme IHL Edition

Local IHL students got a crash course in being China-ready through a three-day immersive experience held at SMU from 14 May to 16 May — from exploring Alibaba Cloud’s AI Workshop to diving into masterclasses on China’s evolution. Here are some fun and surprising takeaways from the programme: Visual literacy

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China Studies Perspective Forum 2025

Co-hosted with River Valley High School on 16 April, the event brought together over 500 participants — from curious students to driven young professionals — for an eye-opening exploration into AI governance and the global digital race. We were privileged to welcome Dr James Ong, Founder of the Artificial Intelligence

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Launch of YES Compass Workshop 2 | Dr Koh Chaik Ming

In the final session of the YES Compass Workshop, we delved into the subtleties of Chinese business culture. Starting with seemingly minor details—like where to sit during meetings, how to give a polite toast, and even tips for surviving karaoke night  (yes, it is important!)—to why dressing modestly to blend

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Launch of YES Compass Workshop 2025 – Session One

Fun Fact: When adding a contact on WeChat, the correct etiquette is for the junior to scan the senior’s QR code. Do you know why? It’s all about giving them the choice of accepting your invite! In China, workplace culture goes beyond just language. Subtle etiquette rules like this lay

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YES-Tanoto Foundation Awardees at the Tanoto Scholars Annual Networking 2024

Congratulations to the pioneer batch of 8 awardees from the Singapore-China Youth Interns Exchange Scheme – Tanoto Foundation Award! We were excited to take part in the Tanoto Scholars Annual Networking 2024. This year’s theme, ‘Lead with Mindfulness,’ highlights self-awareness, empathy, and purposeful leadership. Together, let’s empower the next generation

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