The Tech.Pass scheme is a needed booster in attracting tech talent in a fiercely competitive digital world, says NUS Business School’s Lawrence Loh. ( read original story ...)
How business networks are helping members amid pandemic
With the Covid-19 pandemic showing no signs of abating, business networks in Singapore have been facilitating information exchanges through webinars and establishing new initiatives to support member ... ( read original story ...)
Easier, cheaper for Singapore companies to do business regionally with RCEP: Chan Chun Sing
Companies will soon find it easier and cheaper to conduct business in the region when the newly-inked region-wide free trade pact takes effect, said Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing on ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore among 15 countries to have signed world’s largest trade deal
Singapore was among the 15 countries which signed the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, the world’s largest trade pact. ( read original story ...)
Singapore reports 3 new COVID-19 cases, all imported
SINGAPORE: Singapore reported three new COVID-19 cases as of noon on Sunday (Nov 15). All of the cases were imported and were placed ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Finds Luring Business From Hong Kong May Be Tough
Tokyo is on a charm offensive, hoping to lure firms in Hong Kong spooked by protests and a controversial security law imposed by China. But the city is proving a tough sell. "I want to make Tokyo Asia ... ( read original story ...)
How Singapore’s corporate darling Hyflux and founder Olivia Lum fell from grace
By then, it already had a global presence and employed more than 2,500 people. In 2016, it entered the power business with Singapore's second and largest seawater desalination project, which also had ... ( read original story ...)
India opposes Singapore’s proposal to exempt WFP purchases from export restrictions
India is fighting against a proposal made by Singapore at the World Trade Organization (WTO) on exempting exports made under the World Food Programme (WFP) from export restrictions for humanitarian ... ( read original story ...)
Life Insurance Distribution Channels in Singapore Market Report 2020-2026: Under COVID-19 Outbreak and Impact Analysis
Life Insurance Distribution Channels in Singapore Market report depicts the competitive market scenario based on production volume, sales, and revenue. This essentially includes the supply chain ... ( read original story ...)
Why Jefferies bumped Singapore’s DBS and OCBC up to ‘buy’ ratings
The upgrade for DBS and OCBC from a "hold" rating followed the banks' third-quarter earnings releases last week. ( read original story ...)
Singapore, US customs to explore ‘single window’ trade data connectivity
The customs of Singapore and the US have tied up to explore the exchange and reuse of trade data via a system link-up between both countries' trade platforms.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore and US customs sign letter of intent to explore single window connectivity
Singapore Customs and the United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) on Nov 10 to explore Single Window connectivity to facilitate cargo clearance and ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore GST Guide Targets Transfer Pricing Adjustments
Companies in Singapore may need to make goods and services tax adjustments when a transfer pricing adjustment causes the value of their imports to change, the country's Inland Revenue Authority said ... ( read original story ...)
Asia Today: Hong Kong, Singapore OK quarantine-free travel
Hong Kong and Singapore will start an air travel bubble later this month, allowing travelers from each city to visit the other without entering quarantine ... ( read original story ...)
Understand Singapore’s economy with economics tuition
This might sound a little out of context to you, but the truth is that understanding your economy is essential. ( read original story ...)
The Latest: Hong Kong, Singapore plan ‘air travel bubble’
Hong Kong and Singapore will establish an "air travel bubble" Nov. 22 allowing travelers from the two cities to visit the other without having to serve quarantine in a first step to stimulate tourism ... ( read original story ...)