One of China’s biggest aluminum companies is threatening to disrupt the serenity of a cluster of islands that are a top holiday destination for Singapore visitors, sparking protests.
Singapore DPM Says Holding Geopolitical Neutrality Not Possible
Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong said neutrality is not possible, highlighting the rising challenges for the city-state that has long sought to tread a diplomatic tightrope amid US-China ...
Dueling US-China Videos Spark Pushback From Singapore Government
Singapore signaled displeasure at embassies attempting to evoke a public response, after the US and Chinese missions to the city-state posted dueling social media videos lashing out at one another on ...
Singapore rejects attempts by foreign embassies to incite domestic reactions to international issues: MFA
The US embassy in Singapore earlier posted a video criticising China’s actions in the South China Sea, drawing a response from the Chinese mission.
Singapore Warns Foreign Embassies Against Stirring Up Reactions
Singapore’s government on Wednesday said it rejects attempts by foreign embassies in the city-state to “incite domestic reactions on international issues involving third countries.” ...
Singapore GDP grows 3.9% y/y in Q1 2025, slightly above advance estimate
Singapore's economy grew by 3.9% in the first quarter of 2025 from a year earlier, government data showed on Thursday, slightly higher than an official advance estimate of 3.8% released last month.
Singapore PM Unveils New Cabinet After Landslide Election
Singapore's newly elected Prime Minister Lawrence Wong unveiled his cabinet on Wednesday, retaining his post as finance minister and appointing an ex-army general as defence chief.
Singapore PM sticks with ‘experienced hands’ in cabinet reshuffle
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced a cabinet reshuffle on Wednesday after his party's election victory, with the premier retaining nine ministers as well as the finance portfolio he has ...
Singapore’s Wong Unveils New Cabinet, Keeps Finance Minister Job
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong unveiled his new cabinet Wednesday, opting to retain his role as finance minister following a convincing electoral victory earlier this month, CNA reported.
Singapore PM reveals cabinet including new defence chief and 2 fresh faces
Education Minister Chan Chun Sing will be the new defence minister, while first-time MPs Jeffrey Siow and David Neo will be acting ministers.
PM Lawrence Wong unveils new Cabinet, says it’s the ‘strongest team’ for Singapore
The new Cabinet changes will be effective from May 23, when most of the new political office holders will be sworn in. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore PM Wong keeps finance post amid economy, trade worries
SINGAPORE -- Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced on Wednesday that he will keep the finance minister position following the general election held earlier this month, as the city-state ...
More younger people in Singapore developing heart conditions; heart attacks remain on the rise
The number of heart attacks in Singapore is projected to rise almost three-fold from about 480 cases per 100,000 people this year, to around 1,400 by 2050.
‘It’s devastating’: Otters in Singapore eat Bright Hill resident’s koi valued at under S$10,000
SINGAPORE: Hoh Chin Cha woke up on Monday (May 19) morning to a horrifying sight – all eight of his beloved koi had been mauled and mutilated in the pond of his Bright Hill home.
SeaTown invests in Singapore-based healthcare distribution company AddVita
SeaTown Holdings International said on Wednesday it has invested in AddVita, a Singapore-headquartered healthcare and life sciences distribution company, with a capital commitment of up to S$115 ...
Singapore calls for immediate ceasefire, resumption of aid as Gaza violence escalates
"Singapore calls for the immediate full resumption of humanitarian aid for the Palestinian civilians in Gaza and an immediate humanitarian ceasefire. All remaining hostages held by Hamas should be ...