The Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Beijing hosted a reception to celebrate the 59th National Day of the Republic of Singapore and Singapore Armed Force Day on August 13. Delegates from all walks of life attended the event. 

A general view of the event venue for the 59th National Day of the Republic of Singapore in Beijing, on August 13, 2024. Photo: Courtesy of the Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in China

The National Day of the Republic of Singapore falls on August 9 and Singapore Armed Force Day, July 1. 

China's Vice Foreign Minister Chen Xiaodong and Major General He Shuhong with the People's Liberation Army Academy of Military Science attended the event. 

The international choir of the China Children's Performing Art Troupe sang the Singaporean national anthem and the Chinese national anthem with great spirit.  

Singaporean brands showcased their products at the event, sharing a taste of Singapore with friends in China. 

Singaporean music producer Billy Ko, as well as renowned Singaporean director, producer, and actor Jack Neo and his team Hu Jing, Terence Cao and Glenn Yong in I Not Stupid 3 also participated in the event.