In a visit to an agri-tech firm, Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing urged Singapore companies to export not just products, but tech solutions that can be scaled for different markets. ( read original story ...)
Singapore remains trusted partner and safe harbour for global businesses: Chan Chun Sing
Singapore's diverse business ecosystem also allows companies to easily and rapidly access complementary capabilities, he said. . Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
High-tech farming ‘toolbox’ can help Singapore weather future food supply challenges: Chan Chun Sing
These solutions will equip the country with the capabilities it needs to scale up local production when the need arises.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Hedge funds training 16-year-old interns in Singapore
RGS student Cao Yi Ke spent two weeks interning at Modular Asset Management, a near US$1 billion hedge fund.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
China’s LNG buyers seize on reforms opening access to import infrastructure
a senior analyst at FGE in Singapore. Until recently, China imported most of its LNG through the three major state-owned energy giants, which owned pipelines, import terminals and distributed the fuel ... ( read original story ...)
S’pore high-tech farms seek to export not just produce but their technology too
Such novel solutions could help other countries as well, said Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
From Singapore to Hong Kong, how urban farming can help tackle food waste — but is it enough?
Singapore and Hong Kong currently import more than 90 per cent of their food, and this supply chain is flawed. “In the global food system, food loss and food waste happen at every step of the way, ... ( read original story ...)
Business sentiment in Singapore turning positive: Poll
Local businesses are expecting improved sales volumes, net profit, selling prices, new orders, inventory and employment levels in the April to June period, Singapore Commercial Credit Bureau's (SCCB) ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore business sentiment positive for Q2 on improved outlook, recovery for SMEs
BUSINESS sentiment in Singapore has turned expansionary for the second quarter of 2021, following four quarters of negative sentiment, with improved expectations for profits and hiring as well. On ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore revisited (II): The nightmare from which we have yet to awake
This is the second article in a series on the lessons of Singapore for South Africa. The first, introductory article can be read here. The best lack all conviction, while the worst Are full of ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore business sentiment turns positive after a year in the Covid-19 doldrums
SINGAPORE - Singapore companies are looking at the second quarter with a hopeful anticipation they had not expressed in the past 12 months, a survey found.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Demand for electronics exports to remain strong this year
The electronics manufacturing industry is an important part of the manufacturing export sector for many Asian economies, including South Korea, mainland China, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, ... ( read original story ...)
Malaysia inspecting Selangor egg farm after Salmonella bacteria prompts Singapore recall
Only one farm - CE008 - exports eggs to Singapore. "The company has agreed to implement corrective measures and monitoring more frequently, as well as improve biosecurity controls," said DVS. In ... ( read original story ...)
Lay Hong’s Jeram 1 farm suspended pending investigation by DVS; other farms still allowed to export eggs
In a statement today, Lay Hong said the Jeram 1 farm — whose production is chiefly supplied to Singapore — is currently suspended from both the domestic and export markets pending the completion of ... ( read original story ...)
DVS inspects egg farm in Jeram following recall by Singapore
The Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) has taken follow-up action by visiting and conducting an investigation on Lay Hong Bhd’s ‘CES 008’ farm in Jeram, Selangor, to identify the cause of ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore PM says may reopen borders for leisure and business travel by year-end
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said in a TV interview he hoped Singapore would start re-opening its borders ... but has put in place some business and official travel programmes. It is also discussing ... ( read original story ...)