Gan is likely chosen as DPM due to his close working relationship with Wong as co-chair in the Covid-19 government taskforce, an analyst says.
Singapore PM-Designate Wong Sticks With Old Guard in Reshuffle
Singapore’s incoming Prime Minister Lawrence Wong picked Trade Minister Gan Kim Yong as his deputy, keeping the cabinet of outgoing premier Lee Hsien Loong largely intact.
DPM Wong to remain as Finance Minister after becoming PM
Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) Lawrence Wong will retain his position as Finance Minister, after becoming Prime Minister (PM), according to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO)'s announcement on the Cabinet ...
Gan Kim Yong to become new DPM in Singapore’s Cabinet reshuffle; no changes of ministerial portfolios
MINISTER for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong will be promoted to Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) come May 15, alongside current DPM Heng Swee Keat, in a Cabinet reshuffle with few other major changes.
Gan Kim Yong to become DPM in Singapore Cabinet changes
Lawrence Wong, who announced the appointment of Mr Gan, said that continuity and stability are "key considerations" as the government approaches the end of its current term.
Flipkart mulls moving HQ to India ahead of IPO: Report|
Flipkart contemplates relocating domicile to India reflecting a trend of established startups returning home for regulatory alignment and IPO readiness. The move, if executed, could also result in tax ...
Singapore steps up investment in tourism human capital
Recognising that human capital is a crucial component of a successful tourism industry, Singapore has intensified its investments in capability development, with a compressed training and ...
With IPO in mind, Flipkart may move domicile from Singapore to India
Walmart-owned e-commerce firm Flipkart is reportedly planning to move its domicile back from Singapore to India, according to industry sources. The company, valued at $33 billion, may provide a ...
Shein steps up London IPO preparations amid U.S. hurdles to listing, sources say
By Julie Zhu, Greg Roumeliotis and Kane Wu HONG KONG/NEW YORK (Reuters) -Fast-fashion giant Shein is stepping up preparations for a London listing after its attempt to float itself in New York faced ...
Graduates joining Deloitte Singapore as auditors will have a starting monthly salary of $4,100 from Sept 1
Graduates joining Deloitte Singapore as auditors will have a starting monthly salary of $4,100 from Sept 1. First-year hires joining the firm under its FasTrack programme – Deloitte’s accelerated ...
Singapore wants to shake up its stock market
Shares in Arm drop after it reports lacklustre revenue projections, Singapore is studying proposals to shake up its struggling stock market, EU countries have agreed to use an estimated €3bn in ...
Switzerland to Singapore: 7 most stable economies in the World
These countries exhibit economic stability through factors like diversified economies, strong governance, robust infrastructure, and prudent fiscal management. Industries like finance, technology, and ...
Apple, Microsoft and Nvidia are investing billions of dollars in Southeast Asia. Here’s why
Apple, Microsoft, and Nvidia are among tech companies investing heavily in Southeast Asia, drawn by the region's workforce and market growth potential. With a focus on AI and data centers, the area is ...
Exclusive-Shein steps up London IPO preparations amid U.S. hurdles to listing, sources say
By Julie Zhu, Greg Roumeliotis and Kane Wu HONG KONG/NEW YORK (Reuters) -Fast-fashion giant Shein is stepping up preparations for a London listing after its attempt to float itself in New York faced ...
Shein ‘steps up plan for London IPO’ amid US listing hurdles
Sources say Singapore-based online fashion retailer founded in China prefers a float in New York but faces tougher scrutiny than expected ...
Singapore’s GIC bets on Latin American infrastructure companies
Singapore’s GIC, one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds, is making an outsized bet on Latin American infrastructure, while targeting smaller technology companies in the region. Read more at ...