The Singaporean-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce (SGC) held its Annual General Meeting on 14 March, electing a new board for the 2025/2026 term and reinforcing its dedication to fostering innovation and collaboration between Singapore and Germany. Under the theme ‘Driving Innovation, Empowering Partnerships’, the chamber emphasised its commitment to six decades of bilateral cooperation and future economic growth.
Shirley Qi, re-elected as President for a third term, highlighted the chamber’s vision amidst digitalisation and sustainability challenges. “In an era defined by digitalisation and sustainability, we remain steadfast in our mission to champion bilateral business growth and innovation,” she stated. Executive Director Tim Philippi echoed this sentiment, noting, “The strength of the Singaporean-German business community lies in its ability to adapt, innovate, and collaborate.”
Following the AGM, a Lunch Dialogue featured Kok Ping Soon, CEO of the Singapore Business Federation, who underscored Singapore’s strategic position as a gateway to ASEAN and Asia for German businesses. He remarked on Singapore’s robust financial ecosystem and its role as an innovation hub, stating, “With its multitude of free trade agreements, Singapore is strategically positioned as a gateway to ASEAN and Asia for German businesses.”
Looking forward, the SGC remains committed to creating a business-friendly environment that champions innovation and strengthens economic collaboration between the two nations. The newly elected board, including Vice-Presidents Holger Lindner and Jens Rübbert, will lead these efforts.
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