This comes after he US FDA imposed new import requirements for shrimp and spices from Indonesia. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Malaysian arrested after over 400 packs of duty-unpaid cigarettes found at Woodlands Checkpoint
The case has been referred to the Singapore Customs for further investigation. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Piyush Goyal meets Singapore’s PM to enhance partnership, future growth
Union Minister Piyush Goyal strengthens trade ties with Singapore, focusing on growth opportunities and strategic partnerships.
Ledger CEO Backs Asia As Global Crypto Leader With Token2049 Drawing 25,000 Attendees
Ledger CEO Pascal Gauthier says Asia never left the crypto game as Token2049 draws 25,000, with Singapore and Hong Kong driving adoption.
Rouble-backed token targeted by sanctions sponsors top crypto conference
The business behind a rouble-backed cryptocurrency targeted by U.S. sanctions was among the sponsors of a major crypto conference in Singapore this week, as demand soars for the token, used by ...
Business Insider names Lina Batarags international executive editor, promotes Meghan Morris to Singapore bureau chief
Lina Batarags has been named Business Insider international executive editor and Meghan Morris as Singapore bureau chief.
Singapore tech firms bag majority of S-E Asia funding for 9M 2025, at US$2.3 billion: report
Overall funding levels in South-east Asia have contracted year-on-year however; Philippines a ‘bright spot’ in the region Read more at The Business Times.
Strengthening Ties: India’s Bilateral Trade and Investment Push with Singapore
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal visited Singapore to discuss boosting trade and investments between India and Singapore. Key highlights included India's growth trajectory and investment ...
Singapore shares continue to climb; STI up 0.4%
Across the broader market, gainers beat losers 336 to 247, as 1.6 billion securities worth S$1.7 billion change hands. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore banks to enforce 24-hour cooling period for digital transactions exceeding 50% of account balance
This is for current and savings accounts, including joint accounts, with balances of at least S$50,000 Read more at The Business Times.
Nintendo sets up Singapore arm to boost South-east Asia business
The entertainment juggernaut is also considering establishing a local entity in Thailand. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
A*Star launches four joint research projects in aerospace and manufacturing with SAESL, Rolls-Royce and Singapore SMEs
Projects totaling S$55 million will develop innovations to strengthen Singapore’s aerospace and manufacturing sectors Read more at The Business Times.
ExxonMobil’s Singapore layoffs highlight global pressures on oil and gas sector: Analysts
The petrochemical sector is struggling with weakening demand, overcapacity and a global pivot towards cleaner energy, analysts point out.
Yachts making a splash in Singapore Grand Prix season
Yacht chartering companies here see a 20% to 50% increase in bookings during the F1 season. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
ExxonMobil expects to cut about 500 Singapore staff by end-2027
This comes after the company said on Sept 30 that it will lay off 2,000 workers globally. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Russia to Import Gasoline from Asia as Drone Hits Cripple Refineries
Russia’s government plans to boost fuel imports from Belarus and import gasoline from China, Singapore, and South Korea to address falling domestic output and gasoline shortages in several regions ...