2025中新金融峰会举行 聚焦合作共促区域发展

Group 1 - The 2025 International Cooperation Forum on the New Land-Sea Corridor and the China-Singapore (Chongqing) Financial Summit opened with the theme "Connecting Regions, Integrating Trade, Promoting Growth," attracting over 200 representatives from China, Singapore, and ASEAN countries to discuss financial cooperation, digital finance, green finance, and the internationalization of the Renminbi [1] - This year marks the 10th anniversary of the China-Singapore (Chongqing) Strategic Connectivity Demonstration Project, with financial cooperation being a core component. Singapore has become the largest source of foreign investment in Chongqing, which has facilitated over $23 billion in cross-border financing and ranks among the top three in the country for new bond issuance [2] - The "Renminbi Internationalization Roundtable" focused on how the internationalization of the Renminbi can support the development of the New Land-Sea Corridor, with Singapore identified as one of the largest offshore Renminbi centers outside of China. In 2024, Chongqing's cross-border Renminbi settlement volume is expected to reach 393.5 billion yuan, a 37% year-on-year increase [3] Group 2 - Digital technology has become a focal point, with the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China providing "instant payment" services for small and medium-sized enterprises in Singapore through international internet data channels. Experts noted that digital technology can enhance cross-border financing efficiency and facilitate a rapid payment system between China and ASEAN [4] - The summit resulted in several innovative initiatives, including the release of the "Southeast Asia Industrial Development Investment Report" by CITIC Securities, which highlights investment opportunities in sectors such as new energy vehicles, semiconductors, and digital trade. Additionally, the China Construction Bank's Singapore branch announced the establishment of the "Weir Ren Charity Foundation" to promote cross-border talent flow through a youth internship exchange program [6]