Business China Youth Chapter 通商中国青年组

Here it is: the concluding post for our trip to Yunnan! 👏 In our second leg in Kunming, we explored the Yunnan Provincial Museum, Yunnan University, and Kunming University of Science and Technology, and also watched the magnificent cultural musical -“Shangrila-Dynamics Yunnan". We witnessed the resilience and determination of Yunnan people in pursuit of knowledge and progress, and learn to appreciate Yunnan's rich history and culture better after these exposure. We also savoured traditional Yunnan cuisine, alongside a formal dinner with the Yunnan Foreign Friendship Association, at which we built meaningful connections and discussed potential future collaborations. Most importantly, we visted several Yunnan enterprises, witnessing the region's ambitious and innovative spirit, and deepened our understanding of renewable energy investments, strategic expansions, business challenges and much more! It is indeed a fun and fruitful trip for all of us. Thank you Business China for the support and our Organising Committee for making it happen! 🚅 Swipe to see the trip specifics! Keen to join us for the next trip? 😁 Join BCYC! 2024年的云南夏季学习之旅圆满落幕啦！ 我们在昆明参观了云南省博物馆、云南大学和昆明理工大学；并观看了大型原生态歌舞集《云南映象》，深深地感受到云南人追求知识与进步的坚韧和执着，以及云南丰富的历史与人文气息。我们也品尝了多道云南少数民族的特色菜，并和云南省对外友好协会共进晚餐，建立友好关系，探讨双方在未来可展开的合作。 最重要的是，团队参访了多家云南企业，感受到了他们雄心勃勃的创新精神，并对可再生能源、企业战略扩张和业务挑战等领域有了更深的认识。 一趟花样云南之旅，让我们满载而归。我们衷心感谢通商中国的支持和筹委会的付出，期待下一个学习之旅 ！🚅 对我们的学习之旅感兴趣吗？😁 记得关注我们，也欢迎加入通商中国青年组！ #2024BCYCLJ #花样云南 #昆明

🌐 Fun Fact Series #1: Exploring the Evolution of Smart Nation & Smart Cities 🏙️ Explore the dynamic evolution of urban innovation through the lenses of Singapore's Smart Nation and China's Smart Cities initiatives! 📈 Singapore pioneered its Smart Nation strategy by integrating digital solutions across crucial sectors, including healthcare, transportation, and public administration. Initiatives such as the nationwide adoption of electronic health records and the implementation of smart traffic management systems exemplified early successes in leveraging technology for the public good. Meanwhile, China's Smart Cities initiative began with targeted projects aimed at enhancing urban governance efficiency, upgrading infrastructure, and improving the overall quality of life in rapidly growing urban centres. Presently, Singapore continues to lead in urban technology innovation, focusing on AI applications in healthcare for predictive analytics and personalised medicine, sustainable urban planning with smart grids and energy-efficient buildings, and smart mobility solutions such as autonomous vehicles and smart logistics. These efforts are not just technological advancements but crucial steps towards creating a resilient and sustainable urban environment. Concurrently, China's Smart Cities are evolving rapidly with the integration of AI, IoT, and big data analytics to optimise city management, enhance public services, and stimulate economic growth across its vast urban landscapes. Looking forward, Singapore aims to expand its Smart Nation ecosystem with upcoming initiatives that include advancing AI capabilities in urban governance, enhancing cybersecurity frameworks for digital resilience, and fostering a vibrant digital economy. The vision is to create a cohesive digital ecosystem that enhances quality of life, promotes economic competitiveness, and ensures sustainable growth. Meanwhile, China plans to deepen its Smart Cities initiative by accelerating the deployment of 5G networks, expanding IoT infrastructure to improve urban services, and promoting green technologies to address environmental challenges. These efforts are aimed at achieving inclusive and sustainable urban development that meets the needs of future generations. Follow our series as we delve into various aspects of China and Singapore beyond Smart Nation, showcasing how cities worldwide harness technology to tackle urban challenges and foster sustainable growth. Join us as we explore these transformative initiatives shaping urban landscapes and paving the way for a smarter, connected future globally! 🌍 #SmartCities #UrbanInnovation #DigitalTransformation #Singapore #China #BusinessChina #BCYC

BCYC has just wrapped up an amazing Summer Learning Journey to Yunnan! 👏 As part of our first leg of the journey in Lijiang, we explored the city's museum, enjoyed cultural performances, and gained valuable insights from the Foreign Affairs Office of Lijiang. This experience deepened our appreciation for the impact of cultural tourism on the economy and the representation of its people. ❤️ Plus, we conquered Yulong Snow Mountain at the 4506-meter mark! 🏔️ A huge thanks to 通商中国 Business China, Yunnan Provincial People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, and the《花样云南》BCYC Organizing Committee for making this journey possible. But our adventure isn't over yet! Next stop: 🚅 Kunming. Stay tuned for more thrilling highlights! 😁 Wanna join us for such eye-opening programmes? Check out our application form below and be part of our lively BCYC community! 🎉 https://lnkd.in/gSq78rFr #bcyc2024 #YouthOpportunities #LearningJourneys #CorporateVisits #CulturalImmersions #CrossCulturalConnections #Singapore #China #singaporechina

🌞 BCYC has organized a Summer Learning Journey to Yunnan, and today is the day our delegation sets off! The team will be exploring Lijiang and Kunming from 7-14th June, engaging in a range of activities from corporate visits to local interactions and cultural experiences. Stay tuned over the next few days for exciting updates and insights from our journey in Yunnan! 📸

Our Singapore students studying in Beijing had a great chat with Mr Zi Heng LIM from Enterprise Singapore over brunch on 25 May! 🇸🇬🇨🇳 Drawing on his bicultural education and work experiences, Mr Lim answered questions about his role in connecting Singaporean companies with local partners to explore new business opportunities in the market and offered valuable advice for students looking to enter the China circuit. Despite working in the country for some time, Mr Lim highlighted that China is a vast country where continuous learning is essential. The students had a fruitful session with many takeaways! We would like to thank Mr Lim once again for his heartfelt sharing, and for being our very first guest on BCYC Xpertise China!👏🏻👏🏻 BCYC Xpertise China is a new programme specially curated for Singaporean students and young working professionals in China. At every session that runs for 1.5 hours, a young executive in the mid to high-level position or an entrepreneur from Singapore or China will be invited to share with a small group of participants, fostering candid exchanges and meaningful discussions.🥳

We are extremely grateful to have invited Lim Chiang Fong 林昌鸿, Managing Director, Chinese and Technology Corporates, OCBC Bank, to attend our closed-door dialogue session yesterday. 🙌 Amidst increasing relevance of China and heightening geopolitical tensions in Asia-Pacific region, Mr Lim’s insights were extremely valuable to BCYC members. Having travelled to over 50 cities in China, Mr Lim shared his enriching experiences with us. From his sharing, our members gained new insights on the vastness of China, and the differences in cultural elements throughout different regions in China. After his sharing, our members had the opportunity to have a dialogue with Mr Lim, moderated by our member, Sophia. Key questions like technological developments and opportunities in China, geopolitical concerns, Singapore’s relations with China, the US, and ASEAN, were brought up. Mr Lim also shared about how Singaporean youths can upskill themselves to sustain our comparative advantage in international relations.💼 Through this event, our members have gained unique insights and synergy to continue engaging with China and our global partners as Singaporeans🇸🇬. We would like to extend our utmost gratitude to Mr Lim for gracing our dialogue session. ✨

Had a blast mingling and solving 剧本杀 mysteries last Saturday! 🕵♂ Can't wait for the next one! 🤩 BCYC member-bonding sessions bring our community together through fun and engaging interactions. These activities foster camaraderie, create shared experiences and create lasting connections. Wanna join us for such vibrant gatherings? Check out our application form below and be part of our lively BCYC community! 🎉 https://lnkd.in/gSq78rFr #bcyc2024 #YouthOpportunities #CrossCulturalConnections #CommunityBuilding #Singapore #China #singaporechina 

An athletic touch to the 2nd BCYC Xchange (China) After the positive reception of our inaugural BCYC Xchange (China) event in March, we wasted no time organising the second session! This time, we added a sporty twist! What better way to build new relationships with our Chinese counterparts than through fun sports matches? 🎾 10 participants from both countries break the ice with a lively game of badminton and bowling before diving into a delightful dinner. Despite their diverse backgrounds, the participants discovered a shared zeal for fostering bilateral exchanges where they bonded over personal interests and animated discussions about education policies and enforcement rules in each other’s countries. 😁 Check out what the participants have to say in the post, and stay tuned for more events and activities for Singaporean youths in Beijing! 🙌 Names of the participants in 1st photo (from left to right): Huawei (CN), Xiu Lin (SG), Jerry (CN), Adrena(SG), Ya Hui (SG), Christine (SG), Yifan (CN), Jaslyn (SG), Luo Yun (CN) #BCYC2024 #YouthOpportunities #CrossCulturalConnections #Singapore #China #SingaporeChina #BCYCxchange

It’s official: the end of Q1 for 2024! Swipe left to see what we've done last quarter. 🙌🏼 As the 2024 Exco, we've got an exciting lineup of activities planned for Q2.🤩 We can't wait to share them with our online community here. Check out our application form below if you're looking to join our BCYC community! https://lnkd.in/gSq78rFr P.S. A special shoutout to 通商中国 Business China, Chee Hin Ho and Yeow Wah FONG for their unwavering support during Q1! Here's to another exciting Q2 ahead!✌🏼 #BCYC2024 #YouthOpportunities #CrossCulturalConnections #Singapore #China #SingaporeChina

The 1st BCYC Xchange (China) concluded successfully with a meal between Singaporean and Chinese youths. The BCYC Xchange (China) is a new initiative we have in China to encourage greater interaction and connection between Singaporean youths studying in China and their Chinese peers. This endeavour seeks to cultivate friendships and deepen mutual understanding in a casual and fun way, fostering bonds and appreciation for each other's cultures. The first session on 30 March was fully subscribed, with 11 participants: 6 from Singapore and 5 from China. The diverse participants came from 5 universities, spanning 8 disciplines and sectors. They had a good time over brunch as they shared their interests, exchanged insights into each other's interests, and engaged in insightful discussions, which helped them learn more about Singaporean and Chinese culture and practices. Check out what the participants have to say in the post, and stay tuned for the next Xchange in April. #BCYC2024 #YouthLeadership #CrossCulturalConnections #SingaporeChina