Singapore, US launch networking programme for women in tech

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WASHINGTON - Singapore and the United States on Monday launched a programme to help women in the tech industries of both countries learn from each other, build their international contacts, and expan

d their businesses overseas.

The two ministers also helmed a panel discussion with Singaporean women business leaders, on how their governments could support women tech entrepreneurs and attract and develop more women professionals in the tech industry. Ms Raimondo said that US mentors can support Singaporean women entrepreneurs who want to succeed in the US, and Singaporean mentors can likewise support US entrepreneurs looking to get exposed to the Singaporean tech ecosystem.

"Our women in tech can be a bridge for international businesses to expand their footprint in South-east Asia," said Mrs Teo. The mentorship and networking programme is part of the US-Singapore Partnership for Growth and Innovation, which focuses on inclusive growth in the digital economy and smart cities, among other up-and-coming sectors.

 

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