SINGAPORE – Singapore's Minister for National Development Chee Hong Tat said on Monday that Singapore and China can deepen cooperation on the green transition, artificial intelligence (AI) and support for aging populations.

Speaking at the Singapore-China Forum 2026, Chee said that China has established itself as a global leader in renewable energy and clean energy technologies, and that its capabilities in solar, wind and battery energy storage systems can make a meaningful contribution to regional efforts to strengthen energy resilience and advance decarbonization.

"There is much we can learn from China's experience in deploying and scaling clean energy solutions, just as Singapore can lend our expertise in sustainable urban planning and integrated development. Together, I believe we can develop practical solutions that not only support our own climate ambitions but also contribute to a more sustainable future for other countries in the region," he said.

China is also a world leader in AI, robotics and intelligent manufacturing, and its experience in deploying these technologies at scale across construction, logistics, urban infrastructure and other sectors offers valuable insights into how innovation could boost productivity, Chee said.

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"Through deeper exchanges across governments, industry, and academia, Singapore and China can translate innovative ideas into practical solutions while ensuring that technological progress remains anchored on improving lives and expanding opportunities for our people," he said.

Chee said Singapore and China face similar challenges from aging populations, citing Singapore's experience in senior-friendly housing and neighborhood upgrading, and China's efforts to develop mutual-aid eldercare.

"There is much potential for Singapore and China to exchange experiences and learn from each other in this area, particularly on how we design our physical environment for longevity, how we harness technology to support independent living, and how we build the community bonds and social infrastructure to enable our seniors to age well," he said.

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Launched in 2017, the Singapore-China Forum is organized by Singapore's Chinese-language daily Lianhe Zaobao. It brings together political, business and academic leaders from Singapore and China to discuss issues of shared interest. The forum has been held in Singapore and several major Chinese cities.