I think this is a smart move because HK financial center status is being destroyed by CCP. So it is only normal for Singapore government to try to take over this position as quickly as possible.
By right Japan is the next best country to take over HK position in Asia, but because of Japan's inability to communicate in English and the financial laws are a little bit different, Singapore is the next best candidate because of the common laws with HK since both are previous British colonies. Well, at least that is how I see it.