When Singapore pulls the plug on its 2G mobile phone network this year, thousands of people could be stuck without a signal – digital have-nots left behind by the relentless march of technology. From technophobic pensioners to cash-strapped migrant ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Airlines looks to expand outside Manila
A lot of people come to Manila on business, so you don’t want them to travel a very long distance,” he said. While Singapore Airlines would want to expand operations in Manila by adding a fifth daily flight, the carrier is constrained, given congestion ... ( read original story ...)
Boustead, SWF to co-invest S$250m in new industrial facilities here
which is designed to host research facilities and business park space. The two latest investments, agreed this month, include a 39,487 sq m mixed-use development at Mediapolis, also in Singapore's One North precinct, and Continental Building Phase 3 ... ( read original story ...)
How a S$50m investment spells hope
The firm, which calls Singapore its global headquarters, had invested more than S$50 million in the two new facilities. One is a new building to consolidate two major business segments together. Another is an innovation centre, the company's first outside ... ( read original story ...)
Sadiq Khan in Davos: 'Hard Brexit' will make London firms move to Hong Kong, Singapore, or New York — not the EU
"But the point I'm making to our European friends, business and political leaders is if businesses decide to leave London, they're not going to move to Paris, Madrid or Frankfurt, they'll be going to Hong Kong, Singapore, or New York. So 'hard Brexit' is a ... ( read original story ...)
'Singapore most favoured destination to invest for Indian cos'
Indian firms pumped in USD 2.06 billion in Singapore in December ... USD 1.19 billion were through issuance of guarantee by Indian companies in their overseas business holdings. While USD 481.76 million came in the form of loan, USD 812.91 million of ... ( read original story ...)
Bumper business
Rental company Avis, which does about five times more business during this period, said all its 300 short-term rental vehicles have been booked for the festive season. Those still planning to rent a car to ferry their families around during the festive ... ( read original story ...)
At some Singapore suburban malls, retailers confront the sound of silence
while consolidating loss-making and unprofitable outlets within Singapore. This thus reinforces the appeal of malls with a central marketing team.” An owner at one of the newly-launched strata-titled malls said she ended up running a food business ... ( read original story ...)
Vacant jobs in Singapore down 7%
"We're hearing from candidates and employers on the ground that Singapore is becoming a less attractive place to do business because of the quota system", said Holliday. Meanwhile, the new quota system is not the only challenge Singapore's employment ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore 2G switchoff highlights digital divide
Singapore (AFP) - When Singapore pulls the plug on its 2G mobile phone network this year, thousands of people could be stuck without a signal -- digital have-nots left behind by the relentless march of technology. From technophobic pensioners to cash ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore willing to lift road charge when Malaysia imposes toll at Thai border
Singapore will lift its Reciprocal Road Charge of S$6.40 (RM20), which will start from Feb 15, once Malaysia imposes its Road Charge (RC) at the Thai border. The matter was conveyed to Malaysian High Commissioner to Singapore Datuk Ilango Karuppannan by ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore: Fundamental difference between VEP and Malaysia's Road Charge
PETALING JAYA: Singapore says there are "fundamental differences" between its Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) and Malaysia's Road Charge (RC), hence it has "no choice but to respond with the Reciprocal Road Charge (RRC). In a post on the Singaporean government ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore will have to ‘wait to see’ Trump’s policies and adapt: Shanmugam
SINGAPORE: Singapore will have to adopt a wait and see approach when it comes to the trade policies under the new US administration and adapt accordingly, said Home Affairs and Law Minister K Shanmugam on Saturday (Jan 21). While Singapore believes that ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore stocks end up 0.1 percent
But sentiment in the market remained cautious after U.S ... investment guru George Soros that the euphoria among stock investors since Trump’s victory will end as uncertainty takes over. Singapore’s benchmark Straits Times Index inched up 2.86 points ... ( read original story ...)
5 Tips for Expats Moving or Travelling To Singapore with Pets
Fortunately, it is possible to take your pet with you wherever you are going. If you happen to be travelling to or from Singapore, there are several points that you must keep in mind regarding taking your pet with you. Here are some of the things that you ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore economy on steady, stable path, says PM Lee
SINGAPORE: The Singaporean economy as a whole is on a steady path and at a stable level, said Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Fri (Jan 20) at a forum jointly organised by the EDB Society and the Straits Times. Responding to questions on Singapore’s ... ( read original story ...)