Current image: Two guests raising wine glasses during a German Unity event in Singapore.

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Germany and Singapore commemorated 36 years of German Unity at Raffles Hotel

Germany and Singapore commemorated 36 years of German Unity at the iconic Raffles Hotel in Singapore, where guests attended an evening reception co-hosted by the Singaporean-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce. The event featured cultural performances, themed elements and the participation of Singaporean government representatives and Members of Parliament.

Five representatives stand together on a stage in front of a “Day of German Unity” display. German and Singaporean symbols and event branding are visible in the background.

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The reception provided an occasion to commemorate German Unity while highlighting links between Germany and Singapore. Guests were welcomed by the German hosts together with the Singaporean-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce for an evening programme that combined formal proceedings with cultural and entertainment elements.

The event featured an AI Photobooth as one of its interactive elements. A specially created “Berlin twist” on the Singapore Sling also featured during the evening, combining a reference to the German capital with Singapore’s well-known cocktail.

Minister of State Gan Siow Huang attended the reception as Guest of Honour. Members of Parliament Joan Pereira and Xie Yao Quan also attended the event.

Guests stand and applaud during a reception commemorating German Unity. The event venue features a large presentation screen in the background and several attendees seated around standing tables.
Participants interact during an indoor reception, with several guests engaged in conversation. Singaporean and German flags are visible in the background alongside other attendees.

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The programme included performances by Alison Wong, Nigel Foo and Cave Quartet. The organisers expressed their appreciation to the performers and sponsors for their contributions to the evening.

The reception also provided an opportunity for members of the German and Singaporean business communities and other invited guests to participate in the commemoration. The Singaporean-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce served as co-host of the event, reflecting its role in supporting relations between businesses and institutions from the two countries.

The organisers thanked all guests who attended the reception and contributed to the event. They also recognised the support of the sponsors and performers whose involvement helped deliver the evening programme.

Two representatives stand together on a stage during the event, with Singaporean, German and European Union flags displayed nearby. The large screen behind them provides the event backdrop.

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The commemoration combined references to German and Singaporean culture, including the “Berlin twist” on the Singapore Sling, with music and other forms of entertainment. The event took place at Raffles Hotel, providing a setting for guests to gather in recognition of the 36th anniversary of German Unity.

The evening concluded with acknowledgements to the attendees, sponsors and performers for their participation. The event provided a platform for German and Singaporean guests to commemorate German Unity while engaging in a shared cultural and social programme in Singapore.

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