Is Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong moving to soften the island state’s time-tested capitalist credentials with state welfare policies for the poor? Growing economic inequality has put Lee to the ...
Singapore Urgently Needs 260,000 Skilled Workers From All Over the World
Singapore's tech industry grapples with a significant challenge— the imperative for a substantial workforce expansion. The sector, alongside IT & ...
In Singapore, more landlords seek tenants who don’t work from home: ‘like being invaded’
Landlords in Singapore are increasingly preferring tenants who do not work from home, citing privacy concerns and the hassle of splitting utility bills.
Singapore Central Banker Sees Private Cryptocurrencies Failing
Private cryptocurrencies that failed the fundamental tests of financial services will eventually exit the monetary scene, according to Singapore’s central bank chief.
China raises fuel oil import quotas by 3 million tons for non-state firms
China has issued an additional 3 million metric tons in fuel oil import quotas in 2023 for non-state firms, according to a notice released by the country's Ministry of Commerce on Monday. The ...
MAS unveils stricter regulations targeting crypto speculation in Singapore
The regulations have been prepared after considering the feedback of various organisations, including digital payment token service providers ...
I spent years working toward my dream job at JPMorgan in Singapore. But 2 years after I got it, I quit — here’s why.
Working at JP Morgan was a long-held dream for Xaviera Ho, 29. But she left the job after two years.
Singapore’s FairPrice Group to absorb 1% GST hike on 500 essential items starting 1 January 2024
SINGAPORE — FairPrice Group (FPG) will absorb the one per cent Goods and Services Tax (GST)increase on 500 essential items for six months, starting 1 January 2024. In a press release on Monday (27 ...
China raises fuel oil import quotas by 3 mln tons for non-state firms
China has issued an additional 3 million metric tons in fuel oil import quotas in 2023 for non-state firms, according to a notice released by the country's Ministry of Commerce on Monday.
India’s bilateral FTA with Singapore and as part of Asean needs to be studied together: GTRI
The think-tank GTRI suggests that India should study its bilateral free trade agreements with Singapore and Thailand while reviewing its trade pact with the Asean bloc. GTRI also recommends a similar ...
Unions still key for Singapore’s growth
The Republic's brand of tripartism has created a conducive environment for businesses and ensured higher wages for workers. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Indian Government Should Study Bilateral FTA With Singapore, Trade Pact With ASEAN Bloc: GTRI
From the bloc, the five countries - Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam - together contribute to 92.7 per cent of Indian exports and 97.4 per cent of imports for India.
Singapore to deter crypto investors with tactics like those used on smokers, gamblers
Buying on credit forbidden, affordability tests imposed, and accreditation required for big bets The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) revealed on Thursday its latest cryptocurrency regulations – measures designed to manage the digital payment tokens (DPTs) with measures akin to those some governments treat cigarettes or gambling.
Crypto Kings dethroned as crackdown sweeps away old guard
Zhao, also known as CZ, agreed to plead guilty to a criminal charge of failure to protect against money laundering, pay $50mn in penalties and step down as chief executive as part of the deal he struck with US authorities. He is due to be sentenced in February.
‘Not as sexy as what people think’: Tasty Green farmers on operating a farm in Singapore, shares how they are building a sustainable food supply chain
Food plays an important part in Singapore’s culture, but have you wondered where the ingredients come from? According to a report by Singapore Food Agency (SFA) in 2021, more than 90 per cent of ...
How CDL’s China expansion during Covid-19 led to a ‘shock’ split within Singapore tycoon Kwek Leng Beng’s family
The Kwek Leng Beng Story, the Singaporean billionaire opens up on his six decades in business and the lessons he learnt through crises and challenges The book takes readers on a journey through Kwek's ...