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UOB Vietnam increases charter capital to expand services
VOV.VN - Singapore-based United Overseas Bank (UOB) has decided to inject an additional VND3 billion into its affiliate bank in Vietnam (UOB Vietnam), raising its affiliate’s charter capital to VND8 ...
Malaysian killed in accident at Second Link; he’d just saved enough for a house after working in Singapore for 29 years
After working in Singapore for 29 years, Zhang Changlong (transliteration) had saved enough to buy a home in Malaysia to call his own. But the 46-year-old Malaysian died before he could receive the ...
Singapore reviewing HIV disclosure law after studies show little risk of transmission for those with low viral load
Singapore's Ministry of Health is reviewing a law which requires those with HIV to inform their sexual partners of the risk of transmission or face jail time.
Singapore’s Economic Outlook for 2024
Singapore’s growth forecast for 2024 is looking up and inflation rate is likely to ease. Here’s a quick look at Singapore’s economic outlook for next year.
Singapore and Norway in top ten richest countries
Singapore and Norway make it into the top ten of Global Finances' list of richest countries in the world. But the first place might shock you.
Hong Kong takes the lead as Asia’s crypto hub in 2023— here’s why
Hong Kong has solidified its position as a burgeoning hub for cryptocurrency and Web3 innovation in a noteworthy move. It is important to know that June marked the initiation of the city’s official ...
Singapore-Based FII-Backed Stock In Focus On Divestment of 100% Stake In Subsidiary
Small-cap financial services company LKP Finance Limited has a market worth of around Rs 285 Cr. The stock is in the limelight as the company stated that it is selling all of its shares in its ...
Giant to absorb 1% GST hike in Singapore for 700 essential products for six months in 2024
Supermarket chain Giant will absorb the one per cent rate increase in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) for 700 products from 1 January to 30 June 2024. It announced on Tuesday (26 December) that this ...
Singapore’s Whampoa Digital, Wemade to Establish $100M Web3 Fund to Support Crypto-Asset Initiatives in Middle East
Whampoa Digital and Wemade, a Korean gaming company, have entered into a strategic partnership to collaborate on a $100 million Web3 Fund.
Real estate exemplars succeed at the 18th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final
PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU) recently announced the winners of the 18th Annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, presented by Kohler and supported by Dongpeng Ceramic and Subzero Wolf, ... ( read original story ...)
China’s WeRide to test robot buses in Singapore
Chinese autonomous vehicle firm WeRide has been granted test licenses for robot buses in Singapore, part of an ambitious expansion plan to bring driverless buses to major metropolises around the world ...
Show tourists the Singapore beyond Orchard Road and Marina Bay
Local gems such as the Sembawang Hot Spring Park can attract tourists, perhaps as part of a wellness package. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore core inflation dips to 3.2% in November, expected to remain elevated in the near term
Last month saw slower price increases for retail and other goods, food, as well as electricity and gas. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Deloitte’s recommendation on SG Budget 2024: Reshape SG’s tax incentives and grants regime
SINGAPORE: Deloitte’s recommendation on the Singapore Budget 2024 involves the “consideration to reshape Singapore’s tax... The post Deloitte’s recommendation on SG Budget 2024: Reshape SG’s tax incen ...
Starbucks, Tim Horton’s Among Global Coffee Chains Eyeing Singapore For Expansion Despite Stiff Local Competition
What Happened: CNBC reported on Tuesday that several global coffee brands have launched new outlets in Singapore in recent months. These include China’s Luckin Coffee, Indonesian chains Kenangan ...