KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Singapore’s new Prime Minister Lawrence Wong vowed to make “tomorrow better than today” as he took his oath of office Wednesday in a carefully planned political succession ...
Singapore Tonight – Wed 19 Aug 2026
From business to politics, health to technology, we bring you up-to-date with the latest news on Singapore and analyze how these events may affect you tomorrow.
Singapore plans tax, visa incentives to boost fund industry
The city state plans to exempt from tax investment profits earned by fund managers from managing certain funds Singapore will introduce tax exemptions on profits earned by fund managers and make it ...
Singapore overhauls visa and tax rules to lure top global fund managers
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has introduced three new measures aimed at strengthening Singapore’s position as a leading asset ...
Business Leaders from Seven International Markets Converge in Singapore for CorporateConnections’ First Chapter Launch
Leaders from Taiwan, Japan, Cambodia, India, Canada, Hong Kong and Malaysia to meet Singapore business leaders, with H.E. SOK Khoeun, Ambassador of Cambodia to Singapore, attending ...
Singapore to offer tax breaks and improved visa access for fund sector
SINGAPORE, Aug 19 (Reuters) - Singapore will introduce tax exemptions on profits earned by fund managers and make it easier for investment professionals to acquire visas as it tries to head off ...
Singapore casino’s winning streak puts pressure on losing rival
Marina Bay Sands’ casino revenues for the first half of 2026 topped $2.1 billion, while Resorts World Sentosa’s comparable numbers were less than a third of that.
Singapore car rental firm allegedly owes customers $107,000 in prepaid fees, deposits
Dozens of customers of Charlotte Vehicle, a Singapore-based car rental company, say they are owed around S$137,000 (US$107,000) in prepaid rental fees and deposits.
A smoky Singapore F1 race again? As haze threat looms, outdoor event organisers ready contingency plans
With major outdoor events slated to take place during this year's haze season, businesses and organisers are putting measures in place amid the heightened risk.
Pontian dumping: NEA says Singapore does not allow construction waste to be exported for disposal
It said nine Malaysian companies were being investigated in relation to the dumping. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore out of ASEAN football championship despite beating Thailand in second leg
Singapore winger Farhan Zulkifli outpaces his marker during the Lions' football match against Thailand at Rajamangala Stadium, Bangkok, on Aug 18, 2026. (Photo: CNA/Matthew Mohan) BANGKOK: The Lions ...
Singapore-Vietnam Pilot Tests Digital Credentials to Speed Up Letter of Credit Checks
Singapore-Vietnam firms will test digital credentials for letter-of-credit verification, aiming to reduce manual checks in cross-border trade finance.
Equinix signs 11.5MW vPPA with Flo Energy in Singapore
Following the latest PPA, Equinix now has a contracted capacity of 215MW across Singapore, all of which is expected to come online in 2028. Collectively, these agreements are expected to generate ...
Where to watch Singapore vs Thailand in the ASEAN football semi-final tonight
The Lions take on the War Elephants in Bangkok for a spot in the finals – here are the best places to catch the high-stakes second leg in Singapore ...
Deutsche Messe and Singapore Manufacturing Federation Relaunch ITAP 2026
Industrial Transformation Asia-Pacific (ITAP) returns on 21–22 October 2026 at Suntec Singapore, marking the formal relaunch of the region's industrial platform under a new strategic partnership ...
Singapore dollar consolidates; rising oil prices pose risk
The dollar edged higher as markets now price in a 37% chance the Federal Reserve will hike interest rates in September.