How China Is Rebuilding Its Global Strategy – From Singapore

CNBC International • 2026-04-18T22:00:20Z • 6:05:00 • advanced • Business

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Curious about how China is reshaping its global strategy? Discover the evolving dynamics of international trade and investment as China strengthens its ties with Singapore and adapts to a changing world.

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Q1. What was the initial strategy that companies adopted a decade ago to diversify production?

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Q2. Which country is highlighted as a crucial partner for China in its evolving global strategy?

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Q3. What significant increase did Chinese fixed asset investment in Singapore experience from 2024 to 2025?

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Q4. What is one of the main reasons Chinese tech companies are establishing R&D centers in Singapore?

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Q5. How does China view its need for localized production in Southeast Asia?

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Vocabulary

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diversifying

/daɪˈvɜrsɪfaɪɪŋ/

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The process of expanding or varying the range of products, services, or markets a company operates in.

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The company is diversifying its portfolio to reduce risk.

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resilience

/rɪˈzɪljəns/

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The ability to recover quickly from difficulties or adapt to change.

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Building resilience in supply chains is crucial for businesses facing global uncertainties.

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geopolitical

/ˌdʒiːəʊpəˈlɪtɪkəl/

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Relating to politics, especially international relations, as influenced by geographical factors.

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The geopolitical tensions in the region have affected trade agreements.

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tariffs

/ˈtærɪfs/

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Taxes imposed by a government on imported or exported goods.

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The new tariffs on steel imports have raised concerns among manufacturers.

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investments

/ɪnˈvɛstmənts/

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Assets acquired with the expectation that they will generate income or appreciate in value.

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Smart investments in technology can lead to significant returns.

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localization

/ˌloʊkəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

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The process of adapting a product or content to meet the language, cultural, and other requirements of a specific market.

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Localization of their software helped the company reach a broader audience.

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