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Hans India
2 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
CM seeks AI Singapore's help to set up research centres
Singapore: On the third day of his visit to Singapore, the Chief Minister met AI Singapore's deputy executive chairman Prof Mohan Kankanahalli, and stressed the importance of prioritising partnerships between AI Singapore and universities and research institutions in Andhra Pradesh. He proposed launching AI training programmes, exchange initiatives, and skill development modules for students across the state. According to the Chief Minister's Office, the discussions mainly revolved around the use of AI in sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, education, and public services. Naidu and Prof Kankanahalli also explored opportunities in technology promotion, deep tech, and AI innovation. The Chief Minister also met NG Jan Lin Wilin, senior vice president of SIA Engineering. He discussed the upcoming airports in the state and sought cooperation for maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. He also briefed the SIA representatives on the government's newly introduced industry-friendly policies while showcasing the wide-ranging opportunities in the aviation sector. The Chief Minister invited the firm to visit Andhra Pradesh to explore potential investments. Responding positively, the senior vice president of SIA Engineering assured that a delegation would be sent to the state soon. The Andhra Pradesh government is keen to establish a world-class MRO centre by leveraging the expertise and technology of companies such as SIA Engineering. Visakhapatnam and Krishnapatnam have been identified as suitable locations for this initiative. Later in the day, the Chief Minister met Singapore president Tharman Shanmugaratnam to discuss investment and infrastructure collaboration between Singapore and Andhra Pradesh. He also called on former Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to discuss transparent governance and smart city development, and how Singapore's expertise can benefit the state. The delegation led by the Chief Minister visited the Jurong Petrochemical Island to study the planning and development of industrial zones, residential areas, and logistics hubs.
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Naidu pitches Vizag as AP's growth engine in Singapore
Vijayawada: With an aim to attract investments in Artificial Intelligence (AI), data centres, real estate, food processing, aerospace, and defence, chief minister Chandrababu Naidu projected Visakhapatnam as the state's growth engine during his multi-day visit to Singapore. On Day 3, Naidu met Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, former PM Lee Hsien Loong, and senior executives from top global corporations. In a round table conference with executives from 41 companies, Naidu highlighted Andhra Pradesh's potential as a premier destination for data centres. He mentioned that Google already made an MoU with the state govt for setting up a data centre at Visakhapatnam. With TCS and Cognizant setting up units, the port city is set to emerge as the next IT destination offering a complete ecosystem. Earlier in the day, Naidu met representatives from Keppel, GIC, and Wilmar. In the meeting with Lim Yong Wei, the executive director of Keppel Corporation, Naidu discussed potential partnerships in the development of Amaravati. Naidu invited Keppel to collaborate in IT, commerce, and housing projects in Visakhapatnam, along with Amaravati. The chief minister also met with Govt of Singapore Investment Corporation (GIC) chief investment officer Bryan Yeo to discuss opportunities for investments in Amaravati development, real estate, industry, and infrastructure development across the state. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Naidu said that they are looking for a long-term partnership with the GIC. He assured that the state govt is ready to provide a conducive environment for GIC to invest in sectors like healthcare, education, urban planning, and civic infrastructure. Naidu met Prof. Mohan Kankanahalli, deputy executive chairman of AI Singapore. He sought cooperation in setting up AI research and innovation centres in the state. Naidu stressed the importance of forging partnerships between AI Singapore and universities and research institutions in Andhra Pradesh. He proposed launching AI training programmes and skill development modules for students across the state in collaboration with AI Singapore. Naidu also met NG Jan Lin Wilin, senior vice president of SIA Engineering, and discussed the development of airports in Andhra Pradesh. He sought cooperation in setting up Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services in the state. The chief minister, along with his team, visited Juron Petrochemical Island, which was developed on reclaimed land. Naidu said that notable features like integrated safety systems, waste management, and strong sustainability measures are key takeaways for developing world-class industrial corridors in Krishnapatnam, Kakinada, and Machilipatnam. In meetings with the CEOs of various companies, Naidu explained the opportunities available along the vast coastline of Andhra Pradesh. GFX: Naidu's Day-4 engagements: - Sanjeev Das Gupta, CEO Capitaland Investments (India): Real Estate, Urban Development, and Industrial Parks - Mike Barkley, CEO, Mandai Wildlife Group: Eco-Tourism, Biodiversity Parks, and Wildlife Education Models - Rajiv Kannan, SMBC Bank: Investment Opportunities, Liquidity Models - Dinesh Khanna, Temasek: Public Infra Projects, Education, and Health - Vivian Balankrishnan, External Affairs Minister, Govt of Singapore: India-Singapore Relations, Cooperation for Investments in Telugu States - K Shanmugam, Home and National Security Minister: Police Training, International Cooperation - Charles Koh, COO Sembcorp: Renewable Energy and Water Treatment
Time of India
17 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Andhra CM seeks AI Singapore's cooperation to establish innovation centres
Academy Empower your mind, elevate your skills Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday sought cooperation from AI Singapore to set up artificial intelligence research and innovation centres in the part of an endeavour to develop the southern state as an emerging AI hub, the chief minister met professor Mohan Kankanahalli, deputy executive chairman, AI Singapore."Naidu, committed to developing Andhra Pradesh as an emerging Artificial Intelligence hub, continued focused efforts during his third day in Singapore. On Tuesday, he met with Prof. Mohan Kankanahalli seeking their cooperation to set up AI research and innovation centers in the state," said an official the importance of prioritising partnerships between AI Singapore and universities and research institutions in Andhra Pradesh, Naidu proposed launching AI training programmes , exchange initiatives and skill development modules for students across the chiefly revolved around the use of AI in sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, education, and public CM and Kankanahalli explored opportunities in technology promotion, deep tech, and AI innovation, the release the TDP supremo also met with NG Lin Wilin, senior vice president of SIA Engineering to deliberate on the upcoming airports in the state and sought cooperation for maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) briefed the SIA representatives on the TDP-led NDA government's newly introduced industry-friendly policies while showcasing the wide-ranging opportunities in the aviation invited the company to visit Andhra Pradesh to explore potential positively, Wilin assured that a delegation would be sent to the state soon, the release Andhra Pradesh government is keen to establish a world-class MRO centre by leveraging the expertise and technology of companies such as SIA Engineering. Visakhapatnam and Krishnapatnam have been identified as suitable locations for this initiative, the release added.
Mint
19 hours ago
- Business
- Mint
Andhra CM seeks AI Singapores cooperation to establish innovation centres
Amaravati, Jul 29 (PTI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday sought cooperation from AI Singapore to set up Artificial Intelligence research and innovation centres in the state. As part of an endeavour to develop the southern state as an emerging AI hub, the chief minister met professor Mohan Kankanahalli, deputy executive chairman, AI Singapore. "Naidu, committed to developing Andhra Pradesh as an emerging Artificial Intelligence hub, continued focused efforts during his third day in Singapore. On Tuesday, he met with Prof. Mohan Kankanahalli seeking their cooperation to set up AI research and innovation centers in the state," said an official release. Stressing the importance of prioritising partnerships between AI Singapore and universities and research institutions in Andhra Pradesh, Naidu proposed launching AI training programmes, exchange initiatives and skill development modules for students across the state. Deliberations chiefly revolved around the use of AI in sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, education, and public services. The CM and Kankanahalli explored opportunities in technology promotion, deep tech, and AI innovation, the release said. Further, the TDP supremo also met with NG Lin Wilin, senior vice president of SIA Engineering to deliberate on the upcoming airports in the state and sought cooperation for Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) services. Naidu briefed the SIA representatives on the TDP-led NDA government's newly introduced industry-friendly policies while showcasing the wide-ranging opportunities in the aviation sector. He invited the company to visit Andhra Pradesh to explore potential investments. Responding positively, Wilin assured that a delegation would be sent to the state soon, the release said. The Andhra Pradesh government is keen to establish a world-class MRO centre by leveraging the expertise and technology of companies such as SIA Engineering. Visakhapatnam and Krishnapatnam have been identified as suitable locations for this initiative, the release added.
News18
19 hours ago
- Business
- News18
Andhra CM seeks AI Singapores cooperation to establish innovation centres
Amaravati, Jul 29 (PTI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday sought cooperation from AI Singapore to set up Artificial Intelligence research and innovation centres in the state. As part of an endeavour to develop the southern state as an emerging AI hub, the chief minister met professor Mohan Kankanahalli, deputy executive chairman, AI Singapore. 'Naidu, committed to developing Andhra Pradesh as an emerging Artificial Intelligence hub, continued focused efforts during his third day in Singapore. On Tuesday, he met with Prof. Mohan Kankanahalli seeking their cooperation to set up AI research and innovation centers in the state," said an official release. Stressing the importance of prioritising partnerships between AI Singapore and universities and research institutions in Andhra Pradesh, Naidu proposed launching AI training programmes, exchange initiatives and skill development modules for students across the state. Deliberations chiefly revolved around the use of AI in sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, education, and public services. The CM and Kankanahalli explored opportunities in technology promotion, deep tech, and AI innovation, the release said. Further, the TDP supremo also met with NG Lin Wilin, senior vice president of SIA Engineering to deliberate on the upcoming airports in the state and sought cooperation for Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) services. Naidu briefed the SIA representatives on the TDP-led NDA government's newly introduced industry-friendly policies while showcasing the wide-ranging opportunities in the aviation sector. He invited the company to visit Andhra Pradesh to explore potential investments. Responding positively, Wilin assured that a delegation would be sent to the state soon, the release said. The Andhra Pradesh government is keen to establish a world-class MRO centre by leveraging the expertise and technology of companies such as SIA Engineering. Visakhapatnam and Krishnapatnam have been identified as suitable locations for this initiative, the release added. PTI STH KH (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: July 29, 2025, 14:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
