Overview
🚀 Gateway to China's Innovation Ecosystem: 2026 Shenzhen Innovation & Entrepreneurship International Competition (Singapore Division)
​Are you ready to scale your startup into one of the world's most dynamic tech hubs, or looking to spot the next big unicorn?
​Now in its 10th year, the Shenzhen IEIC is a flagship platform connecting global startups with China's high-tech industrial resources, capital, and massive market access. Hosted by XNode, the Singapore Division is your bridge to top-tier venture capital, high-value networks, and exclusive soft-landing support.
đź“… Date: 21 September 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Singapore Pitch Day)
đź“Ť Location: The Meeting Point, 73B Ayer Rajah Crescent, SG 139966
🎟️ For investors, corporate innovators, and ecosystem builders.
​Why Join Us?
​Spot Emerging Innovations: Watch top-tier, high-potential startups deliver live pitches across 7 major industry verticals before they scale globally.
​High-Value Networking: Connect directly with a curated community of visionary founders, industry judges, and cross-border investors.
​Cross-Border Insights: Gain firsthand perspectives on how the next generation of tech leaders is navigating global expansion and bridging Singapore's ingenuity with China's tech ecosystem.
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đź“…Â Event Agenda
​9:30 AM | Opening
9:45 PMÂ | Startup Pitches: Morning Session
12:00 PMÂ | Lunch
1:15 PMÂ | Startup Pitches: Afternoon Session I
2:45 PMÂ | Tea Break
3:00 PMÂ | Startup Pitches: Afternoon Session II
4:30 PMÂ | Tea Break & Score Tabulation
4:45 PMÂ | Result Announcement
5:15 PMÂ | Networking
​👉 FOR FOUNDERS (Apply to Pitch): Apply for the competition via Founder Registration.
Application deadline: 31 August 2026.
​------About XNode------
XNode is the official organizer of the Shenzhen IEIC Singapore Division, dedicated to bridging the gap between global startups and China's high-tech industrial ecosystem. With a strong footprint in Singapore and Shenzhen, XNode empowers founders with comprehensive soft-landing solutions, strategic corporate matchmaking, and direct access to top-tier capital and policy support.
Schedule
Date: 21 Sep 2026, Monday
Time: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM (GMT +8:00) Kuala Lumpur, Singapore
Location: 73B Ayer Rajah Cres. SG, 139966
Speakers
Speaker's Profile:
Emily XU, Singapore Head, XNode
Emily Xu is Head of XNode Singapore, specializing in cross-border innovation and corporate partnerships. With 15 years of experience in venture building and innovation, she has supported over 100 startups in achieving business growth across international markets. Emily is highly skilled in designing and executing acceleration programs, with a strong background in early-stage investment management, innovation education, and community development.
