By Jun Yuan Yong SINGAPORE, Aug 21 (Reuters) - Plans to clear part of Singapore's dwindling secondary forests for high-density housing have sparked a rare public backlash in the city-state, prompting ...
India, Singapore sign key pacts on telecom, food security; hold discussions on nuclear technology, space
India and Singapore signed agreements on telecom and food safety while exploring cooperation in nuclear technology, semiconductors, space and cybersecurity ...
Singapore’s CapitaLand, Malaysian billionaire brothers’ IOI Properties reportedly near $1.9B deal to buy one of city-state’s tallest towers
IOI Properties, controlled by Malaysian billionaire Lee brothers, and CapitaLand Investment are reportedly close to reaching a deal to buy One Raffles Place, one of Singapore’s tallest buildings, for ... ( read original story ...)
Elderly scam victim loses $500k claim against UOB after High Court finds she concealed evidence
An elderly scam victim’s $500,000 claim against UOB has been thrown out by the High Court after the court found that she had deliberately concealed evidence that was unfavourable to her.Assistant ...
Bitcoin leaps past $75,000 as crypto rally continues in Asia
Bitcoin surges past $75,000 in Asia as market optimism grows following US Treasury bond yield plans and Trump’s crypto discussions.
Hedge Fund Stars Spark Race to Cut Taxes in Hong Kong, Singapore
On Wednesday evening, as most of Singapore’s workers headed home, several of its leading financiers crowded into a Sofitel Hotel ballroom. The guest of honor was Chee Hong Tat, the Monetary Authority ...
India-Singapore economic ties get fresh push with focus on trade, investment, technology: Piyush Goyal
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal held key meetings in Singapore to strengthen India-Singapore cooperation in trade, investment, technology, fintech, infrastructure and business partnerships.
Singapore Police Investigate Radiant World: What We Know About the Iron Ore Trader Under Scrutiny
Singapore's police force confirmed on Aug. 20 it is looking into Radiant World, one of the world's largest iron ore traders, after receiving reports about the firm.
Singapore targets asset managers with tax cuts and talent measures
One part of the package is a planned tax exemption for profit-linked returns earned from providing fund management services to qualifying funds.
Crypto surge triggers record US$2.7 billion of short liquidations
Bitcoin surges nearly 8%, triggering a record US$2.7 billion in short liquidations amid renewed market confidence and US regulatory optimism. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...
Singapore’s Temasek is on a hot streak in India as three bets surge after IPOs
Three of Singapore state investor Temasek's portfolio companies in India have jumped more than 30% in listings this week after contrarian bets in the country.
From sales exec to DBS chairman: A look at Peter Seah’s illustrious career
The veteran corporate leader has made many contributions to the banking industry and beyond Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore Night Festival 2026: the 7 highlights worth planning your night around
The Singapore Night Festival runs from August 21 to September 5, 7.30pm to 11pm (extended till midnight on Fridays and Saturdays).
Singapore’s OCBC prices covered bonds to raise $1.36 billion
Aug 20 (Reuters) - Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp (OCBC), Singapore's second-largest bank, said on Thursday it had priced £1 billion ($1.36 billion) in covered bonds due 2029, with proceeds earmarked ...
Global market: Singapore’s OCBC taps global debt market with £1 billion bond issue
OCBC has priced £1 billion of covered bonds due in 2029 under its $10 billion Global Covered Bond Programme, with proceeds earmarked for general corporate purposes as the Singapore lender diversifies ...
Singapore Arrival Card enhanced with more language options, passport scan autofill
The enhanced SGAC will offer 19 language options, up from 12 currently, and an improved interface. A view of the immigration checkpoint at Changi Airport Terminal 3. (File photo: CNA/Marcus Mark Ramos ...