The Ministry of Trade and Industry revised its full-year forecast for Singapore to register an economic contraction of between 5% and 7% in 2020. Previously, it had expected the country's GDP to fall ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore PM’s nephew says will pay S$15,000 fine in contempt of court case
The Singapore prime minister's nephew said on Tuesday that he would pay a S$15,000 (8,346 pounds) fine for contempt of court, but that he did not admit guilt in the case. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s real estate history: thriving since the 60s
In celebration of National Day, we take a look back at how Singapore’s dynamic real estate market flourished as each year passed. ( read original story ...)
Atma Nirbhar push: Centre plans to restrict import of ‘non-essentials’ in these segments
In fact, after Singapore and Hong Kong, Vietnam has emerged as the third Asian trade partner, which counts on massive Chinese investments, to turn its usual trade deficit with India into a decent ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore will not return to pre-COVID 19 world, must chart a new path now, says minister
Covid 19 world, and must chart a new path by building a new economy now, said Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing. At a press conference ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore biotech firm doing Covid-19 research gets $15m fund injection
The sum will boost its immune profiling tech that is key to developing vaccines and treatment.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
‘We are not returning to a pre-COVID-19 world’: Chan Chun Sing maps out ‘new path’ for Singapore
SINGAPORE: “We are not returning to a pre-COVID-19 world … We must chart a new direction now,” said Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing on ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore launches six next-generation patrol craft
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has launched six next-generation patrol craft to enhance the nation’s frontline capabilities. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Sees Slow Recovery as Economy Plunges by Record
Singapore’s economy suffered a bigger contraction in the second quarter than previously estimated, signaling a long recovery ahead for the trade-reliant nation. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s recession worse than first thought as virus slams Asia’s exporters
Singapore's recession was deeper than first estimated in the second quarter as the coronavirus pandemic dealt a major blow to Asia's trade-reliant economies. "There continues to be significant ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore second-quarter recession deeper than initial estimates
Singapore's recession was deeper than first thought in the second quarter due to coronavirus lockdown measures, and the government said the trade-reliant economy's path to recovery remained uncertain ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s exports down 15.2% in Q2 2020, forecasts adjusted upwards
Total merchandise trade in Singapore declined by 15.2 per cent in the second quarter of 2020, following a slight growth of 0.5 per cent ... ( read original story ...)
Insurer Axa weighs sale of Singapore business to raise cash
Axa is considering a sale of its Singapore business as it seeks to raise funds divesting peripheral operations, according to people familiar with the matter.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s economy sank more than expected in Q2
Singapore's economy contracted faster in the second quarter than previously estimated amid continued fallout from Covid-19, revised data showed Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Posts Bigger GDP Contraction in Second Quarter
Singapore’s economy had a bigger contraction in the second quarter than previously estimated, signaling a long recovery ahead for the trade-reliant nation. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Economy Posts Worse Contraction in Second Quarter
Singapore’s economy had a bigger contraction in the second quarter than previously estimated, signaling a long recovery ahead for the trade-reliant nation.Gross domestic product plunged an annualized ... ( read original story ...)