Singapore has started taking applications for a program that will allow people to enter the island for business and official purposes without having to quarantine for 14 days. The catch? They’ll have ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore makes pitch as Asia bond hub with Euroclear tie-up
Singapore’s bourse will set up a distribution link with one of the world’s largest securities depositories in an attempt to lure global investors to its bond market, as its core equities business ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Exchange Ready to ‘Scale Up’ With Mergers, CEO Says
Singapore Exchange Ltd. is exploring mergers and acquisitions to drive its ambitions as a multi-asset exchange. ( read original story ...)
HSBC Singapore Chief Executive Tapped to Run Saudi British Bank
HSBC Holdings Plc will be naming a new head for its Singapore business after Tony Cripps was picked to run Saudi British Bank. ( read original story ...)
Singapore gets its first batch of Moderna vaccine
The first shipment of Moderna's Covid-19 vaccine has arrived here, as Singapore ramps up its vaccination drive.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Travel Guide
A majestic ode to modernity, Singapore stuns the senses. From its iconic skyline—swaying toward the heavens beneath outsized infinity pools—to its cutting-edge cuisine and cocktail culture, its ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore ranked 4th in global study on online civility; Kindness Movement hosts Internet talk show
SINGAPORE - People in Singapore had fewer negative online experiences such as unwanted sexual contact last year amid the Covid-19 pandemic. This helped the country jump four places to No. 4 in an ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s electric car charging providers put expansion plans in place amid push from the government
Commercial operators were likely to help build up Singapore’s infrastructure after government says it would to provide 60,000 charging points by 2030. ( read original story ...)
Singapore is in an ‘enviable’ financial position, says HSBC economist
Reserves accumulated in the past have allowed Singapore's government to spend "quite liberally" to get out of the pandemic-induced crisis, says Joseph Incalcaterra of HSBC. ( read original story ...)
First shipment of Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine arrives in Singapore
The first shipment of Moderna's Covid-19 vaccine arrived in Singapore on Wednesday afternoon (Feb 17). It is another step forward in the Republic's bid to control the Covid-19 outbreak. Sources told ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Minister Warns Full Pandemic Brunt Not Yet Felt
Singapore’s further reliance on past reserves for funding will depend on how long it takes to get the global coronavirus pandemic under control, with the full extent of the pandemic not yet felt, ... ( read original story ...)
Here are the Winners and Losers From Singapore’s Targeted Budget
Singapore’s budget targeting just a few sectors of the country’s pandemic-hit economy for support will do little to significantly boost the country’s lagging stock market -- although some sectors like ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore, US reaffirm wide-ranging cooperation, says Vivian in phone call with Sullivan
SINGAPORE - Singapore and the United States have reaffirmed their wide-ranging cooperation on defence and security, trade and investment, as well as cybersecurity, Minister for Foreign Affairs Vivian ... ( read original story ...)
Closing borders to India, Indonesia travellers will impact Singapore economy
If Singapore closes its borders to travellers from India and Indonesia over Covid-19 fears, there will be widespread social and economic impact for Singaporeans. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Use of Reserves Depends on Covid’s Course, Heng Says
Singapore’s further reliance on past reserves for funding will depend on how long it takes to get the global coronavirus pandemic under control, according to Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Trims Deficit, Taps Reserves Again for Covid Aid
Singapore plans to rein in its budget deficit as the economy recovers, while digging deeper into government reserves for a new S$11 billion ($8.3 billion) package to help households and businesses ... ( read original story ...)