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document.writeln("&quot;Software&quot; transfer refers to the sharing of Singapore's successful public administration and economic management experience with the Chinese authorities so that they can formulate pro-business policies in SIP, and govern with transparency and efficiency. <br><br>The Software Transfer Agreement between both governments was signed on 26 February 1994. It covers land-use planning and development control, building control, environmental protection, planning and management of industrial estates, new towns and public utilities management, and human resource management.<br><br>By the end of 2002, nearly 1013 Suzhou officials attended the training programs held in Singapore. Together with Singapore government officials, Suzhou officials decide how best to adapt Singapore's practices selectively to suit local situation. The software training has resulted in a number of real benefits to investors.<br><br>At the same time, the adaptation of Singapore's advanced experience is better organised and more systematic. SIP Wage Council, SIP Labor Union , and SIP Productivity Council were gradually established. They have carried out a series of activities for accelerating development of productivity.<br><br>The major results of a successful adaptation of Singapore's &quot;software&quot; provide investors with a clean and beautiful environment, high quality infrastructure, a &quot;Lean, Unified and Efficient&quot; management structure, &quot;pro-business, enrich business&quot; mindset, one-stop approval process, fast customs clearance, Social Security - Provident Fund scheme, training of skilled labour and effective marketing & investment promotion.<br><br>After adapting Singapore's advanced experience in public and economic administration, SIP has become one of the most competitive develop zones in China. In terms of a composite index of competitiveness, the UK Corporate Location magazine has rated SIP, twice, as the top ten industrial parks in Asia.");
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