WeRide Inc.(US:WRD) Ge Long Hui·2025-10-27 08:19Core Insights - The China-Singapore Business Forum held on October 26 highlighted the deepening economic cooperation between China and Singapore, with a focus on innovation and sustainable development [1] - WeRide, a leading autonomous driving technology company, presented its achievements in Singapore, showcasing the internationalization of Chinese autonomous driving technology [1][3] Company Developments - WeRide established its regional headquarters in Singapore in 2022, viewing it as a strategic hub for Southeast Asia, supported by various Singaporean government agencies [1] - Significant milestones achieved by WeRide in Singapore include the regular operation of its autonomous minibuses and plans for fully driverless operation by July 2025, marking it as Southeast Asia's first driverless vehicle service [1][4] - The company secured an investment commitment from Grab in August 2025 to launch the first consumer-facing autonomous ride service, Ai.R [1] - WeRide's autonomous sanitation vehicles are now in regular operation in key areas such as Marina Bay [1] Industry Context - The developments by WeRide reflect a broader trend of collaboration between China and Singapore in the fields of smart transportation and innovation [3] - Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister emphasized the strong foundation of bilateral relations and the commitment to expand trade and investment, particularly in emerging sectors like digital and green economies [3]