Translation: Singapore Launches $52 Million National Multimodal Large Language Model Initiative to Fill Gaps in Western Language Models. Collaborators include IMDA, AI Singapore, and the Agency for Science. The initiative aims to introduce region-specific contextual foundation models, enhancing AI research capabilities. This program will cultivate local AI talent, foster cross-border industrial cooperation, and drive AI innovation in Southeast Asia. As part of Singapore's Research, Innovation, and Enterprise 2025 plan, the goal is to become a global leader in AI solutions by 2030.