Shanghai, China, 22 October 2025 – The Investment Management Association of Singapore (IMAS) led a senior delegation to Shanghai, reflecting their ongoing commitment to advance Singapore’s asset management industry on the global stage. Building on IMAS’ Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Asset Management Association of Shanghai (AMAOS) in 2023, the delegation engaged with regulators, leading asset managers, professional services firms, and innovation hubs, highlighting Singapore’s industry leadership and creating pathways for cross-border collaboration.

Showcasing Singapore’s ESG and Digital Capabilities

During the Green & Sustainable Investing Development Forum, IMAS ESG Working Group representative Sylvia Chen highlighted Singapore’s progress in green finance taxonomies, regulatory alignment, and digital innovation. She also showcased the IMAS Climate Bot, a sector-leading digital tool that helps asset managers navigate global sustainability frameworks and integrate climate considerations into their investment processes. Further collaboration in the region

This representation exemplifies IMAS’ broader mission: to champion global partnerships, strengthen regional influence, and equip members with forward-looking capabilities in sustainability and digitalisation.

Key Pillars of the Delegation’s Mission

1. Connectivity – Strengthening On-the-Ground Engagement and Cross-Border Growth
Delegates met with leading Chinese asset managers, thought leaders, and industry experts to gain insights into:

• The evolution of China’s RMB 152 trillion asset management industry and its ongoing reforms.
• Digital and AI-driven transformation, including firm-wide adoption of analytics and intelligent digital assistants.
• Sustainable finance developments and efforts toward taxonomy harmonisation.
• Cross-border investment platforms such as QDII, QDLP, and MRF, including the growing interest in QFLP programmes enabling Singapore-based managers to expand into China’s private markets.

Meetings included E Fund, China Universal Asset Management, Fullgoal Fund Management, and Neuberger Berman Shanghai, providing delegates with on-the-ground market intelligence, investment strategies, and perspectives on regulatory evolution. These engagements reinforced IMAS’ role as a bridge linking Singapore managers to China’s expanding capital pools and investor base.

2. Advocacy – Deepening Regulatory Connectivity

Regulatory engagement remained a central focus. The delegation participated in discussions with the Hongkou District Financial Hub, Lin-gang Special Area, and MAS Shanghai, gaining insights into:

• Hongkou’s pro-business environment, streamlined registration pathways, and QFLP policies attracting global managers.
• Lin-gang’s innovation-friendly policies, enabling experimentation in FinTech, tokenisation pilots, and sustainable finance initiatives.
• MAS Shanghai’s initiatives supporting regulatory alignment and Singapore managers operating in China.

These dialogues strengthened cross-border regulatory understanding and reinforced IMAS’ advocacy role in supporting members operating both locally and internationally.

3. Knowledge Exchange – Sharing Global Best Practices

Discussions across professional firms such as RSM Shanghai and EY China, along with forums like the Shanghai International Asset Management Forum, focused on frontier topics including:

• AI adoption and digitalisation across investment firms.
• ESG integration and data governance practices.
• Global operational standards and investor expectations.

These exchanges provide IMAS members with actionable insights and equip them to remain competitive and future-ready in a rapidly transforming investment landscape.

Looking Ahead

The IMAS Shanghai Delegation reflects IMAS’ commitment to strengthening connectivity, knowledge exchange, and cross-border growth opportunities between Singapore and China. By engaging directly with policymakers, industry leaders, and innovation hubs, we are ensuring our members remain future-ready in an evolving global market.

IMAS extends its appreciation to AMAOS and all host organisations, including Bank of China, CUAM, E Fund, Fullgoal, Neuberger Berman, EY China, RSM Shanghai, Hongkou District, and the Lin-gang management team. We also thank our member delegates for their active participation, exemplifying Singapore’s collaborative spirit and global outlook.

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About the Investment Management Association of Singapore (IMAS)

The Investment Management Association of Singapore (IMAS) was founded on 22nd September 1997 by 10 major financial institutions in Singapore and has since grown to include more than 150 members. As a representative body of investment managers, IMAS spearheads the development of the industry in Singapore, by fostering high standards of professionalism amongst practitioners and creating public awareness of, and interest in the industry. We act as a forum for members, promote exemplary best practices, represent members collectively, educate investors, and improve standards of research and fund management expertise, as a collective drive to promote the investment management industry.

Delegation Members

1. Carmen Wee – CEO, IMAS
2. Joline Tan – Senior Analyst, IMAS
3. Sylvia Chen – Head of ESG Research, Asia, Amundi Singapore
4. Wei Loon Lee – CEO, CSOP Asset Management
5. James Zhang – General Manager, Fullerton Investment Management Shanghai
6. Cindy Tan – CEO, GMO Singapore Pte Ltd
7. Ng Khim Peow – Co-Founder & CEO, Optimai Pte Ltd | RAAE Pte Ltd
8. Oh Sok Keng – Chief Commercial Officer & Co-Founder, Optimai Pte Ltd | RAAE Pte Ltd
9. Linus Lim – CEO, Phillip Capital Management (S) Ltd
10. Huan Kiat Seh – Fintech Director, Phillip Securities

Media Contact 

Financial PR

Tiwari Rishika

T: 6438-2990 

E: IMAS@financialpr.com.sg