Governor Gretchen Whitmer met Singapore leaders and business representatives to enhance economic and innovation partnerships.
SINGAPORE, 3 September 2025 – United States Governor of Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer, visited Singapore from 30 August to 2 September 2025, accompanied by representatives from the Michigan state government as well as the economic development, entrepreneurial, and innovation sectors.
On 1 September 2025, Governor Whitmer called on Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong. During their meeting, Prime Minister Wong underlined the long-standing and mutually beneficial partnership between Singapore and the United States at both the federal and state levels. He welcomed Michigan’s interest in expanding cooperation with Singapore. The discussions also touched on US trade policies, people-to-people ties, and opportunities for deeper collaboration in areas of mutual interest.
Governor Whitmer separately met Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan on 1 September 2025. Minister Balakrishnan and Governor Whitmer highlighted how cooperation between Singapore and Michigan can reinforce the broader relationship between Singapore and the US.
Governor Whitmer also met officials from the Economic Development Board, participated in a roundtable discussion with Enterprise Singapore and Singapore companies operating in Michigan, and attended a reception for University of Michigan alumni in Singapore.
Source: MFA
