SINGAPORE - An import officer at Changi Airport has tested positive for Covid-19 - one of two locally transmitted cases announced on Friday (Feb 5). The 56-year-old, who works at Yusen Logistics and ... ( read original story ...)
Billionaires like Ray Dalio and Sergey Brin are opening family offices in Singapore, lured by the city-state’s ample incentives and low taxes
Singapore is famous for its low taxes, which has helped turn the city-state into a thriving economic hub. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Goldbell to Acquire Electric-Car Sharing Firm BlueSG
Goldbell Group, Singapore’s largest industrial-vehicle provider, said it plans to acquire electric-car sharing startup BlueSG Pte for an undisclosed amount. ( read original story ...)
Police warn against plans to protest in Singapore over situation in Myanmar
SINGAPORE: Police issued a warning on Friday (Feb 5) against plans to hold protests in Singapore in relation to the ongoing political situation in ... ( read original story ...)
Thai Beverage to sell 20% of beer business in blockbuster Singapore IPO
SINGAPORE: Thai Beverage, controlled by one of Thailand's richest men, plans to sell a 20 per cent stake in its regional beer business via a ... ( read original story ...)
86% of Singapore businesses claim cloud is key to surviving COVID-19: survey
Nine out of 10 IT decision-makers use cloud-based IT solutions. Around 86% of businesses in Singapore claim that cloud is key to surviving the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the latest survey by ... ( read original story ...)
Thai Bev to sell 20% of beer business in blockbuster Singapore IPO
Thai Beverage, controlled by one of Thailand's richest men, plans to sell a 20% stake in its regional beer business via a Singapore listing, in what is set to be the largest initial public offering in ... ( read original story ...)
Canadian trade minister seeks closer ties, investments from Singapore manufacturers
Ties between the two countries have become stronger amid the pandemic, said Ms Mary Ng.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Airlines posts S$142 million loss in Q3 2020 as passenger numbers plunge
SINGAPORE: Singapore Airlines on Thursday (Feb 4) posted a S$142 million net loss in the third quarter as passenger numbers plunged by 97.6 per ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore plans to partner with Vietnamese celebs to reimagine future of travel
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has partnered with Vietnamese well-known personalities who have enjoyed their previous visits to Singapore to share fond memories while reimagining new destinations ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Property Market in 2021: Everything an Investor Should Know
There is no arguing the fact that the COVID-19 crisis of 2020 hit all economies hard. Even real estate, a traditionally safe investment option, suffered from the pandemic and restrictions it imposed. ( read original story ...)
Asian Insider, Feb 3: Suu Kyi charged with breaching import-export laws; Hong Kongers move to Taiwan
Asian Insider brings you insights into a fast-changing region from our network of correspondents and commentators. . Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Operations resume for many Singapore businesses in Myanmar as they closely monitor situation
SINGAPORE: Operations have mostly resumed for Singapore businesses in Myanmar, recovering from temporary disruptions earlier in the week after a ... ( read original story ...)
Company fined for illegally importing waxed pork products
SINGAPORE: A local food importer was fined S$8,000 for illegally importing waxed pork products into Singapore, said the authorities on Wednesday ... ( read original story ...)
Malaysia foils attempt to smuggle 4,200kg of seafood to Singapore
The lorry carrying 4,236kg of fish, prawns and squid worth about S$30,523 had not obtained an export permit.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
7 in 10 business leaders in Singapore distrust financial forecasts
152 Singaporean business leaders and F&A professionals participated in the study. Most business leaders and finance and accounting professionals in Singapore lack confidence in financial forecasts, ... ( read original story ...)