Singapore, Singapore Apr 30, 2026  – On April 28, the “AI for Global Civilization: China-Singapore Dialogue” took place in Singapore. The forum attracted approximately 100 attendees, including experts, scholars, and representatives from academic and cultural organizations, as well as technology and cultural enterprises from both China and Singapore. Discussions centered on deepening cooperation in the digital industry between the two nations and exploring how digital and intelligent technologies facilitate mutual learning among civilizations. Additionally, the event highlighted innovative outcomes and cutting-edge practices from both sides in the convergence of culture and technology.

The opening remarks were given by Yuan Lin, Executive Assistant to the President of the Academy of Contemporary China and World Studies, and Wang Donghai, Associate Director of NUS Enterprise. Keynote addresses were presented by Cai Yiyu, Professor at Nanyang Technological University, Director of the Computer-Aided Engineering Labs and The Strategic Research Program on Virtual Reality, and Co-President of the Association of Global Technomics Education and Exchange; Cui Kai, Director of the Digital Culture Promotion Department at the Center for International Cultural Communication, China International Communications Group (CICG); and Yang Jianwei, Visiting Professor at the National University of Singapore.

Yuan Lin remarked that the swift progress of artificial intelligence has infused new vitality into cultural exchanges between China and Singapore. He underscored the need to innovate cultural expressions using digital intelligence, maintain correct values in applying technology, enhance people-to-people connectivity via smart technologies, and actively explore how intelligent technologies can significantly advance cross-cultural understanding.

Wang Donghai emphasized the necessity of aligning technological applications with societal needs. He noted that using advanced technologies like AI to build bridges for civilizational exchange enhances cross-cultural comprehension, allowing technology to better serve humanity and foster social progress.

Cai Yiyu observed that Singapore is making significant strides in frontier sectors such as semiconductors, aerospace, and artificial intelligence, which creates extensive opportunities for bilateral collaboration. He highlighted that digital and intelligent technologies can be utilized to rejuvenate and preserve traditional culture through modern, youth-friendly formats, thereby further strengthening scientific, technological, and interpersonal ties between the two nations.

Cui Kai stated that intelligent imaging technology is fundamentally transforming the approach to cross-cultural storytelling. He argued that digital content creation should not only keep up with technological trends but also prioritize emotional resonance to dismantle cultural barriers. This approach fosters deep empathy and mutual appreciation among civilizations, ensuring that exceptional cultural achievements are recognized, understood, and respected globally.

Yang Jianwei noted that AI is increasingly serving as a key medium for mutual learning between civilizations, although cultural differences continue to pose a major challenge to cross-cultural communication. He advocated for the innovative and sensible application of AI in the future to overcome prejudices and improve civilizational understanding through technological means.

During the Case Sharing Session, speakers included Lisa Meng, Head of Singapore at Tencent Cloud International; Koh Chin Yee, Managing Director of Singapore Eye; Bai Yu, Director and Partner at LAiPIC; Hu Chengchen, Founder & CEO of ClariPpi (Singapore); Jane Zhao, SVP and Head of Global Business at Mininglamp Technology; and Jerry Tuo, AI Technology Director at Red Fun Planet. They provided insightful presentations on the potential applications of AI in content production and its role in facilitating inter-civilizational exchange and learning.

The attendees agreed that AI has revolutionized the intelligent production, targeted communication, and immersive presentation of cultural content. Noting the strong complementarity between China and Singapore in digital infrastructure and cultural resources, they suggested that future cooperation could focus on joint research and development and scenario-based applications. The aim is to develop benchmark cultural-technology products and integrated solutions for the Southeast Asian market and to jointly promote the high-quality development of the digital cultural industry.

This event was co-organized by the Academy of Contemporary China and World Studies and the Center for International Cultural Communication, CICG, with Nanyang Technological University and other cultural and business exchange institutions serving as supporting partners.

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