Singapore, 3 October 2024 — FutureChina Global Forum (FCGF) 2024, organised by Business China, a Singapore non-profit organisation focused on strengthening Singapore-China ties, returns to the Sands Expo and Convention Centre on 18 October 2024.
The 15th edition of the FCGF will be centred on the theme ‘Strengthening Collaborations in a Multipolar World’. The event will feature interactive panels, providing global leaders with a unique opportunity to gain insights into the evolving geopolitical landscape through discussions on global trade, international relations, economic trends, and business innovations.
The one-day forum is expected to gather more than 700 delegates including distinguished officials, academics, and business leaders, along with over 40 renowned speakers. Mr. Lee Hsien Loong, Senior Minister, and Mr. Heng Swee Keat, Deputy Prime Minister, will attend as the Guests of Honour, alongside experts in regional geopolitics, economics, and technology.
“As we navigate uncertain times with both geopolitical and economic challenges, it’s more important than ever to understand what’s driving these changes, and find new paths forward. At FCGF 2024, we are bringing together political and business leaders, along with domain experts from around the world, to help us find ways to seize opportunities and minimise risks. We also hope, as in the past, to continue building strong partnerships and securing a better future for everyone,” shares Mr. Lee Yi Shyan, Chairman of Business China.
The forum comprises an array of panel discussions and breakout sessions focused on regional economic cooperation, China’s policy insights, geopolitical developments, and the impact of AI on new business opportunities in Asia and the region. Speakers – comprising leaders and academics – at the forum will also focus on open dialogue around the challenges influencing China’s development and the broader impact on both regional and global players.
Notable speakers contributing these insights include:
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- Ray Dalio, Founder, CIO Mentor, and Member of the Bridgewater Board, Bridgewater Associates, LP
- Bi Jingquan, Chairman, China Centre for International Economic Exchanges (CCIEE)
- Gita Wirjawan, Chairman, Ancora Group and Former Minister of Trade, Indonesia
- Li Daokui, Director of Academic Centre for Chinese Economic Practice and Thinking (ACCEPT), Tsinghua University
- Ng San Yan, Senior Vice President, lululemon China
- Zhang Hongjiang, Founding Chairman, Beijing Academy of Artificial Intelligence (BAAI)
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Fostering Future Leaders in Singapore-China Relations
To further cultivate a community prepared for Singapore-China opportunities, the Business China Youth Forum (BCYF) will take place concurrently with the main event. This platform, specially curated “by youths for youths”, aims to promote biculturalism and deepen appreciation of China and the region. BCYF seeks to equip youths with a solid understanding and in-market experience of the latest political, economic, and social developments in both countries, ensuring they are well-prepared for the future.
For the first time, the Forum will be developed in collaboration with two partners, the Singapore Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China (SingCham), and The Young SEAkers (TYS). This year’s theme, ‘Innovating for an Interconnected Tomorrow,’ encourages youth to drive global collaboration, featuring discussions on key topics such as AI’s impact on gaming, ASEAN youth leading sustainability efforts, and trends in youth consumerism.
BCYF will also include a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony between Business China and SingCham to establish a Youth Enhanced Exposure Partnership. This agreement will facilitate connections between students and local partners in China, offering a comprehensive experience that includes orientation programmes, settling-in support, mentorship, social integration activities, cultural immersion, and opportunities for internships.
For more information, please visit the FutureChina Global Forum 2024 website.