SINGAPORE: A new accreditation scheme launched on Monday (Jan 9) will make it easier for members of the public to identify specialist lawyers in Singapore. The Specialist Accreditation Scheme - introduced by the Singapore Academy of Law (SAL) - accredits ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore keen to further strengthen relations with Cambodia: President Tony Tan
PHNOM PENH: Singapore and Cambodia will naturally grow closer together as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) continues on its path of integration, said Singapore President Tony Tan Keng Yam on Sunday (Jan 8). Speaking at a reception for ... ( read original story ...)
Will the ECRL really threaten Singapore?
PETALING JAYA: The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) can threaten Singapore’s shipping business, but only if ports on the western and eastern sides of Peninsular Malaysia operate at world class efficiency, says an official of the Institute for Democracy and ... ( read original story ...)
ANZ, Macquarie join push to have Singapore rate rigging case in US dropped
The international banks accused of rigging the Singapore intra-bank interest rate including ANZ ... represent a comparatively small portion of their global business operations," the banks add. However, lawyers for Frontpoint and Sonterra said the court ... ( read original story ...)
How to incorporate a company in Singapore
Approved Name of the Company Brief Description of Business Activities & Copy of Company’s Memorandum and Articles of Association Particulars of Directors and Shareholders Registered Address Company Secretary Particulars Foreigners to Singapore must also ... ( read original story ...)
Over 126,000 Singaporeans used SkillsFuture Credit in 2016
SINGAPORE: More than 126,000 Singaporeans used their SkillsFuture ... and understand what's happening in their business, (and ensure) that they're being proactive in understanding how that's going to impact their role." There was also an overall increase ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore considers more investment, flights to Manila – DOF
“We’re trying to get a mixed meeting of the PSBC (Philippines-Singapore Business Council) here. They want to bring the members to Davao to meet with the President,” Kok said. Dominguez said that a possible date for such a dialogue could be in Februar ( read original story ...)
Fine wine, fast profits
a former prosecutor and an enforcement lawyer at K&L Gates in Singapore. “Certainly that would appear to be the case with BSI.” As business rolled in from 1MDB and Low, BSI became the custodian bank of $2.3 billion of investments from the Malaysian ... ( read original story ...)
Useful storage spaces in 3-room condo well-hidden by streamlined designs
Where to go: Story Of Us, Tel: 6299-3631 Home & Decor, Singapore's #1 interior decor magazine is now available in both print and digital formats. Log on to www.homeanddecor.com.sg to subscribe! AsiaOne is looking to feature our readers' renovations and ... ( read original story ...)
Sick of the weather? Cheap Air New Zealand fares to hot places out today
Air New Zealand is offering one-way flights to Singapore for $469 per person, Shanghai for $499, San Francisco for $599 and Buenos Aires for $649 as part of a New Year sale. House of Travel marketing director Ken Freer said the fares were generally lower ... ( read original story ...)
Investing in UK properties for Singapore investors
London’s property market is a favourite with Singapore’s affluent investors. But post-Brexit, the decision to invest in the UK has become complicated. While the British pound is now cheaper, making purchases more affordable, the prospects for an ... ( read original story ...)
Birthday cakes brought to McDonald’s Singapore outlets should be halal
SINGAPORE: Following a recent announcement by McDonald's Malaysia that birthday cakes brought in by customers must be from halal-certified sources, the fast food chain's Singapore arm also confirmed that only halal cakes are allowed on its premises. The ... ( read original story ...)
What To Do When Your Points are in Different Accounts and You Want to Book Awards (For a Family, Even)
American Express, Citibank, Chase, and other banks are advertising partners ... 144,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points that transfer to airlines including United, Singapore, Air France KLM, Southwest, Korean Air, and more. You might sign up for an The ... ( read original story ...)
Love Thai food? 4 new eateries to satisfy your cravings
The group plans to open at least four Greyhand outlets here. The Singapore café boasts the biggest menu outside of Bangkok, with 80 dishes on offer. Crowd-pleasers like their Complicated Noodle and Salmon Carpaccio have made it here. Unfortunately ... ( read original story ...)
Save money on groceries with these credit cards
The Citibank SMRT Platinum Visa Card has really brought the fight ... For tips on credit card spending, follow us on Facebook. Singapore's most widely circulated decor magazine on interior design and home decor trends, Home & Decor is the go-to for chic ... ( read original story ...)
Game of space
Word on the street is that Citibank is also exploring coworking for some of its teams. In Singapore, RHB is taking up an entire floor at the new coworking site of The Working Capitol on Robinson Road for its fintech lab. Other banks have also created their ... ( read original story ...)