Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong met China’s Premier Li Qiang and Vice Premier He Lifeng in Beijing, as part of an official visit to China.
‘New era’ in Singapore-China ties? Incoming PM Lawrence Wong and Li Qiang agree to boost cooperation
Both discussed potential areas of collaboration within the digital economy, renewable and clean energy sector Analysts say Wong’s four-day Beijing visit is a sign of ‘increased responsibility in …
JKH Property Sector President addresses Singapore-SL Biz Forum on real estate investment opportunities
John Keells Properties, the country’s largest developer, has played a pivotal role in shaping Sri Lankan real estate, delivering notable successes such as The Emperor, The Monarch, 7th Sense… ..
Indonesia shoots up global talent rankings, but still lags 73 places behind Singapore
Indonesia climbed 14 places in graduate business school INSEAD’s Global Talent Competitiveness Index, making it the world’s second-biggest gainer after Albania. Singapore was only pipped to the No 1 …
Two Philippine coal plants selected for early phase-out under Singapore central bank’s test of new ‘transition credits’
Singapore’s central bank pilots the use of a novel class of carbon credits with two Philippine coal plants to accelerate and scale the early retirement of coal in Asia.
Up to 100% Property Tax Hike in 2024, Updates on the HDB BTO Dec 2023 Launch, and More
The government will hand out a one-off property tax rebate of up to 100% for owner-occupied homes next year to cushion the expected hike in property taxes. Meanwhile, Singapore will embark on a …
COP28: The Rockefeller Foundation, ACEN Corporation, Monetary Authority of Singapore Partner to Explore Phasing Out Coal Plant in Philippines
The Coal to Clean Credit Initiative (CCCI), which has support from The Rockefeller Foundation, announced a new collaboration with ACEN Corporation to explore a pilot project in the Philippines that …
COP28: The Rockefeller Foundation, ACEN Corporation, Monetary Authority of Singapore Partner to Explore Phasing Out Coal Plant in Philippines
The Coal to Clean Credit Initiative (CCCI), which has support from The Rockefeller Foundation, announced a new collaboration with ACEN Corporation to explore a pilot project in the Philippines that …
Dark side of Singapore’s bid to lure world’s super-rich exposed by massive multibillion dollar money laundering case
Su Wenqiang’s lawyers said they were “considering the options” for their client. Singapore’s luxury property market grinds to a halt amid money laundering probe “There is no ‘silver bullet’ to tightly …
How suspects laundered billions in Singapore for years
For decades, Singapore has taken steps to attract the uber rich, spawning a finance industry that’s made it one of the wealthiest countries on earth. Generous tax incentives and programs that offer …