China Ready Programme
Launched by the Singapore Ministry of Law in partnership with HCE (SPH Media Ltd’s training arm), the China Ready Programme for Singapore’s Legal Industry provided participants with a deeper understanding of the Chinese culture, business environment, legal system and laws, and training in Business Mandarin in the legal context.
Since the inaugural run in 2020, close to 100 lawyers who have participated in the 4 runs gained practical skills and knowledge in dealing with their Chinese clients and partners, and expanded their business network with both the China trainers and fellow course mates.
Testimonial
“Going through the course, makes me better understand how a Chinese client think because of the Chinese legal framework. This helps me to better service clients because i can preempt where misunderstandings may arise.”
Ng Chun Ying, Partner, International Tax Lawyer, Dentons
“During the course, we went through several commercial agreements in Chinese which were instructive in how the clauses were worded and the legal terms in Chinese used.”
Springsfield Ong, Senior Associate, Quahe Woo & Palmer LLC
“The practical tips on how to deal with PRC clients and lawyers are helpful. We learnt about the unique work culture and nuances practised in PRC. For example, after this course, I know the correct salutations to address my clients and PRC lawyers, where to stand or sit in a business or social setting as well as the correct terminologies to use for various legal jargons and terms.”
Alfred Lim, Managing Director, Meritus Law LLC
“Better able to understand why the clients think a certain way, and adapt advice accordingly.”
Enoch Long, Partner, Rajah & Tann
Closing remarks by Minister Edwin Tong ( Minister for Culture, Community and Youth and Second Minister for Law) for the inaugural run of the China Ready Programme