ASEAN and China must continue to strengthen collaborations: Chee Hong Tat
Singapore's National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat emphasized the need for continued collaboration between ASEAN and China to build sustainable and resilient cities. The discussion took place at the 4th ASEAN-China Ministerial Roundtable in Malaysia.
Why it matters
Strengthening regional cooperation on urban planning and infrastructure is vital for managing rapid urbanization and climate change challenges in Asia.
National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat (fifth from left) and Malaysia’s Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming (sixth from left) with the roundtable attendees.
Listen Summarise ASEAN and China must strengthen collaboration to build liveable, resilient, and sustainable cities, as demonstrated by the Sino-Singapore Tianjin Eco-City project. Singapore and Malaysia share goals to improve urban liveability and discussed cooperation in housing, landscaping, construction technology, and urban planning. International platforms like the World Cities Summit help cities learn from each other; Singapore aims to continue close work with China and ASEAN for future-ready cities. AI generated
SINGAPORE – ASEAN and China must continue to strengthen collaborations in areas of mutual interest, said National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat on Aug 1, noting that Singapore and China cooperation has shown how countries can co-create solutions.
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