One exception in recent years was the Shangri-La Dialogue, a gathering of defence ministers, military commanders and spy chiefs in Singapore. The PLA delegation was usually led by China’s defence minister and given a relatively free rein to talk to foreigners.
Singapore and the Philippines to expand collaboration in renewable energy, sustainability and healthcare
SINGAPORE] Singapore and the Philippines will deepen their collaboration in several areas, including renewable energy, sustainability, healthcare and civil service development. Read more at The …
Billionaire Kwek Family’s CDL Sells Stake In Singapore’s South Beach To Malaysia’s IOI Properties
Under the deal, IOI Properties will buy CDL’s 50.1% stake in South Beach in a deal valuing the the property at S$2.75 billion ($2.1 billion).
From Myanmar to Singapore: She started a shoe label making bunion-friendly footwear crafted by artisans
Well aware that foot issues can affect the quality of life, Commune Wear’s May Chua makes it her business to offer artisanal-grade, podiatry-friendly shoes.
New resort chalet run by co-living brand Coliwoo to open in Pasir Ris
The east side of Singapore is about to get a whole lot more exciting. Coliwoo, a co-living subsidiary brand under real estate management group services group LHN Limited, recently won the tender for …
Thailand’s MQDC debuts The Forestias at Singapore Property Xpo 2025
The project carries a development value of approximately $4.9b (THB125b). Thailand’s Magnolia Quality Development Corporation Limited (MQDC) made its debut at Singapore Property Xpo 2025 last month, …
CIMB Singapore and Wing Bank Forge Strategic Partnership to Boost Cross-Border Financial Services Between Singapore and Cambodia
SINGAPORE and PHNOM PENH, Cambodia, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CIMB Singapore and Wing Bank (Cambodia) Plc have entered a strategic partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance …
China blasts Pete Hegseth over ‘Cold War’ mentality
China’s foreign and defense ministries issued angry statements after Hegseth called the People’s Republic a “threat” at a Singapore conference.
Indonesia issues Covid-19 warning over surge in cases in Asia
There has been a rise in Covid-19 cases in Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong as health officials warn about new strains emerging.
More seeking accountancy qualification in Singapore, even as global talent shortage continues
SINGAPORE] Even as accounting bodies worldwide continue to struggle with attracting fresh talent, Singapore has managed to buck the trend – and the industry here is now in growth mode. Read more at …