The issue of queue-cutting was highlighted by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority as it warned of heavy traffic at the Singapore-Malaysia border during peak travel periods.
Singapore’s GIC Says China Policy on Big Tech Has Become Clearer
The regulatory uncertainty caused by years of Chinese government crackdowns on the country’s technology giants has started to clear, potentially easing the way for wary investors, according to ...
I flew on the world’s longest flight in business class and thought the 18-hour trip from Singapore to New York was nearly flawless
Though it was long, I wouldn't hesitate to make the trek again if it included Singapore Airlines' huge lounger and delicious food.
Singapore Economic Expansion Moderates As Global Economy Slows
The Singapore economy grew at a pace of 3.8% year-on-year in 2022, helped by the significant easing of pandemic-related restrictions.
Wealthy foreigners gain less from buying Singapore property through family offices, experts say
WHILE foreign interest in Singapore properties has been on the rise in recent years, wealthy foreigners are likely buying assets under their individual names – instead of through their family offices ...
Singapore Hotel Tycoon Ho Kwon Ping To Double Banyan Tree’s Branches As China Reopens
Banyan Tree’s founder and chairman Ho Kwon Ping is busy planting 50 new hotels as the global tourism industry looks primed to come roaring back.
Traders Reap Big Profits in Singapore by Mixing Cheap Russia Oil
Demand is soaring for oil storage tanks in Singapore, in a sign that a flood of Russian fuel is being blended and re-exported globally.
How Singapore is tackling the challenge of an ageing population
DAVOS - Singapore will continue to innovate and seek solutions to enable active ageing as its population greys, said National Development Minister Desmond Lee on Wednesday. Read more at ...
I Felt Very Scared: Indian-Origin Woman After Being Attacked For Not Wearing Mask Tells District Court In Singapore
The 57-year-old was woman speaking in a district court on Wednesday, the first day of the trial of the accused, Wong Xing Fong, now aged 32.
Singapore’s Heron Targets AAM With New UTM Business
Heron has developed the AirBridge full-stack uncrewed traffic management system building on a trial project in Singapore. Credit: Heron Technology Singapore-based Heron Technology has established ...
How STB ensured Singapore stays top of mind for Chinese tourists even before the borders opened
The campaign kicked off with a livestream event on 30 December 2022 that showcased some of these experiences. This was the first promotional destination campaign by STB and CTrip since China announced ...
Singapore businesses counting on ESG and metaverse to fuel growth in 2023, poll finds
Businesses here believe investments in the metaverse and sustainability will fuel growth in what is expected to be an uneasy year, a survey has noted. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore to Luang Prabang, Laos, train journey: Travelling on a ‘Belt and Road’ China-built railway
It's now possible to travel from Singapore to Luang Prabang, Laos, by train - thanks to China's controversial 'Belt and Road' project.
Singapore’s MRT network: How has it evolved and what will it look like by 2030?
The bustling Jurong East MRT station was also retrofitted with two new platforms in 2012, allowing two trains to enter and depart the station at the same time. Most of the core system replacements are ...
Singapore wants green fuel, not giant cable: Forrest
Andrew Forrest says he lost faith in Sun Cable’s management because, “They’re a little start-up that has lavish offices and are spending money like there’s no tomorrow.” ...
Commentary: As Singapore makes space for development, where will the animals live?
Singapore has done well in making multi-decade plans for where people will live. As more areas are cleared for urban development, a critical question is whether animals can have places to live and ...