SINGAPORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) and US-based non-profit Activate will launch a new fellowship programme to support early-stage science and ...
Budget 2026: Singapore faces stiff competition for talent, despite draws of new AI and tech-focused One Pass
Its track offers greater career certainty while Singapore’s stability strengthens its appeal to global talent Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore eyes 2027 launch for maritime master plan to strengthen global port hub
Singapore is developing a maritime master plan to strengthen its competitiveness as a leading global hub port and international maritime centre, ...
War in the Middle East could drive up Singapore electricity tariffs, says energy regulator
SINGAPORE: The war in the Middle East is likely to push up global energy prices and, in turn, electricity tariffs in Singapore, the Energy Market Authority (EMA) said on Wednesday (Mar 4).
Petrol Prices In Singapore Rise At Most Major Stations Amid Middle East Conflict
Petrol prices at most major stations in Singapore jumped this week, following escalating conflict in the Middle East that has disrupted global oil supplies Shell raised 95-octane petrol by four cents ...
Singapore bank DBS secures China bond underwriting license
SINGAPORE ― DBS Group, Singapore’s biggest bank by assets, said on Wednesday its China unit has been granted a principal underwriting license for nonfinancial corporate bonds in China’s interbank bond ...
Singapore Introduces AI Work Pass as Tech Talent Shortage Widens
Singapore will introduce a new AI-focused work pass under the ONE Pass framework to attract global tech talent as demand for specialised skills grows.
OCBC chief Tan Teck Long’s new strategy is a masterstroke, but execution risks abound
While his ‘Next Frontier’ plan looks good on paper, it must survive contact with operational reality Read more at The Business Times.
TOC editor, publisher ordered to pay $125k for defaming UOB over ‘baseless’ claims by former client
The legal action against Mr Koh has been stayed as he been adjudged to be a bankrupt by another bank. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Global Instability Is Fueling Climate Risks, Singapore Warns
Singapore’s government and businesses must prepare to handle accelerating risks posed by climate change, according to the country’s environment minister.
Singapore to invest $630M in emission reduction
Singapore has pledged to invest SG$800 million (US$630 million) over the next five years to support efforts to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, reinforcing its long-term climate ambitions.
Singapore Explores Regional Physical Gold Trading Hub With Global Banks
Singapore is exploring a regional hub for physical gold trading with global banks as demand for bullion rises across Asia.
DBS China captures 38% of Panda bond market in 2025; secures principal underwriting license
Foreign issuers are increasingly tapping China’s bond markets for financing, DBS says Read more at The Business Times.
Binance targets 5 new Asia crypto licenses as APAC adoption surges
Binance expects to obtain five additional licences across Asia this year, SB Seker, the company’s head of Asia-Pacific, said in an interview with Nikkei Asia. Seker, who joined Binance last year, said ...
Singapore taps JPMorgan, UBS to push regional gold hub ambition: Sources
MAS held meetings with banks over recent months to assess Singapore's potential as a physical trading hub, sources said. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore to expand non‑traditional source occupation list with eight new roles from September 2026
Singapore will add eight new jobs to the non-traditional source occupation list (NTSOL) beginning September 2026, said Manpower Minister Dr Tan See ...