Members of Parliament had asked questions about Singapore's border security measures after Bangladeshi extremist preacher Amir Hamza managed to enter Singapore using a passport with a different name.
Singapore increases checkpoint security ahead of pope visit
Singapore will enhance security at its land, air and sea checkpoints this week due to an unspecified "heightened security situation in the region", its immigration authority said, warning of delays ...
Singapore proposes ban on deepfakes of candidates during elections
SINGAPORE: Singapore on Monday (Sep 9) proposed a law to ban deepfakes and other digitally manipulated content of candidates during elections.
Blockbuster IPOs in HK, KL could be start of more in Asia as investor confidence returns
A successful listing by a well-known company like Midea is expected to revive the Hong Kong market, where just US$2.5 billion in IPO funds has been raised this year, compared with US$22.1 billion ...
Former Redhill Close Sers site could yield about 2,000 new flats: Property analysts
Alternatively, more than 2,600 condo units can fit on the former Singapore Improvement Trust housing site. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Ashurst Advises on 49% Stake in Singapore’s Elementum
Global law firm Ashurst advised the buyer of a 49% stake in Elementum from Singapore property developer Ho Bee Land, based on an agreed property value ... ( read original story ...)
Standard Chartered CEO Expects More ‘China Bashing’ From Harris, Trump
Standard Chartered Chief Executive Officer Bill Winters says both US presidential candidates agree on "China bashing," but that neither Donald Trump nor Kamala Harris has been "overwhelmingly ...
SolarNova: solar is ‘most viable’ energy source, says Singapore energy authority
A spokesperson from Singapore’s EMA told Power Technology that solar energy is “Singapore’s most viable renewable energy source, with solar deployment growing significantly over the years”. “Our solar ...
Singapore proposes law to ban deepfakes during elections
Singapore has proposed a new law to ban deepfakes and digitally manipulated content of election candidates. The Elections (Integrity of Online Advertising) Bill aims to safeguard electoral integrity ...
Asian stock market set to bounce back after shaky start, analysts say
SINGAPORE: In the wake of a turbulent first week of September, observers remain optimistic about the resilience of the Asian stock market. Despite a sell-off, analysts believe these markets can bounce ...
Singapore introduces legislation for top-up corporate taxes, in line with Pillar 2 of BEPS 2.0
SINGAPORE has introduced legislation for a previously announced domestic top-up tax, in line with changes to global tax rules. Read more at The Business Times.
Investing in Singapore: A Comprehensive Guide
Singapore's economy demonstrated resilience with a 2.9% GDP growth in Q2 2024. The country is highly favored by investors due to its economic stability, robust real estate market, attractive dividend ...
Bajaj Housing Finance’s $782 million IPO fully subscribed in busy week for Indian floats
Bajaj Housing Finance's $782 million public offer was fully subscribed on the first day of bidding on Monday, kicking off the busiest week for Indian IPOs so far this year as companies seek to ...
Singapore business confidence hits 2-year high, though manufacturing outlook still muted: Survey
Relatively upbeat outlook largely due to the financial, construction and transportation sectors. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Higher percentage of travellers refused entry into Singapore with automated lanes
SINGAPORE: Since automated immigration lanes were introduced for all foreigners at Changi Airport in May, a higher percentage of travellers have been refused entry into Singapore.
Singapore stocks fell on Monday—STI dropped by 0.2%
The S&P 500 dropped 1.7% to 5,408.42. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index also declined, falling 2.6% to 16,690.83 ...