Such projects generate positive and measurable social and environmental impact, alongside a financial return. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Daily Cuts – Singapore launches a new Emissions Factors Registry for businesses
Listed companies here will soon need to submit climate-related disclosures relating to their carbon emissions, but many companies say it’s complicated to compile the data accurately. Andrea Heng and Joel Chua of Asia First discuss this new initiative with Musa Fazal,
China c.bank keeps policy rate unchanged, drains cash from banking system
SHANGHAI/SINGAPORE, April 15 (Reuters) - China's central bank on Monday left a key policy interest rate unchanged as widely expected when rolling over maturing medium-term loans, and drained some cash from the banking system through the bond instrument.
Singapore’s outgoing PM to stay on as senior minister, his successor says
Wong, who is also finance minister, credited Lee for Singapore's strong economic growth and said he was glad that he agreed to stay on as senior minister. former Prime Ministers Lee Kuan Yew and Goh ...
S’pore tech start-up myFirst eyes US IPO after partnership with SGX-listed Fu Yu
First is known for its kid-friendly platform that enables children to socialise through its range of wearable products. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Report: Singapore’s SMEs face contraction for 5 straight quarters
Singapore’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were in a contract mood for the fifth consecutive quarter, reported Xinhua quoting a report
Singapore’s outgoing prime minister will stay on as senior minister, his successor says
Singapore’s incoming leader says Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong will stay on as senior minister in the government after he steps down next month.
Incoming Singapore PM says incumbent Lee to serve as senior minister in next cabinet – media
Singapore's prime minister-designate, Lawrence Wong, on Tuesday said the city-state's incumbent leader Lee Hsien Loong would serve as a senior minister in his cabinet after he takes power on May 15.
Eco-friendly data centers help drive $6.3 billion of green investment in Southeast Asia, but report shows more needed
Southeast Asia saw an uptick in green investments in 2023, with a boost from green data center projects, though funding remains insufficient, says a report.
5 men charged over bogus investment schemes that duped 47
The police said on April 15 that Muhammad Muniruddin Mohamed Khairuddin, 38, Osman Japar, 52, and Muhammad Nabil Fatin Osman, 29, allegedly formed part of a team that duped 47 people into investing in ...
Singapore says Lawrence Wong will take over as prime minister on May 15
Singapore has announced that Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will take over as the country’s next leader on May 15. Wong, 51, will succeed Lee Hsien Loong who has held the top job for 20 years.
Singapore PM Lee To Step Down After Two Decades, Wong To Take Over
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong will step down on May 15 after two decades in power, paving the way for his deputy Lawrence Wong to take the reins.
What Observers Are Saying as Singapore’s Lee Paves Way for Next PM Wong
Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong is stepping down on May 15 after two decades in office. Lee, 72, will hand the reins over to his deputy Lawrence Wong, 51, in a widely-telegraphed transition ...
Singapore shares open lower on Tuesday; STI down 0.3%
SINGAPORE stocks fell at the opening bell on Tuesday (Apr 16) morning, tracking losses in global markets amid worries over geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East. Read more at The Business Times.
Monetary Authority of Singapore and Mastercard to Enhance Cooperation in Cybersecurity
MAS and Mastercard have reportedly signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in cybersecurity.
Bank Negara pledges support even as ringgit drops towards 26-year low
The ringgit slipped to 4.78 per US dollar, putting it within a whisker of its Feb 21 low of 4.8053. Read more at straitstimes.com.