Most political parties around the world would be thrilled to win 89% of seats in an election. Not in Singapore. The worst showing for the ruling People’s Action Party, or PAP, since independence in …
In Singapore, an Orderly Election and a (Somewhat) Surprising Result
The People’s Action Party, which has never been out of power, won yet again, but by a narrower margin than usual. The opposition sought to deny it “a blank check.” …
In Singapore, an Orderly Election and a (Mostly) Predictable Result
The People’s Action Party, which has never been out of power, won yet again, but by a narrower margin than usual. The opposition sought to deny it “a blank check.” …
Singapore Counts Votes In Pandemic Poll
The People’s Action Party (PAP), which has governed Singapore for six decades, is assured of victory but faces an opposition with some popular candidates and backed by the estranged brother of the …
Japan looks to ease travel ban on China, South Korea and others in Asia
Japan will also begin negotiations in July with Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Singapore and Taiwan.
Singapore Heads to the Polls With Virus Crisis Sweeping City State
The election’s outcome is a foregone conclusion, but let’s see how much backing Singaporeans give to their all-powerful government’s Covid-19 response.
After $9 Billion Credit Hit, Banks Seek Trade Finance Revamp
When Credit Agricole SA and HSBC Holdings Plc issued a payment guarantee for a $76.5 million fuel purchase from a Singapore trader in March, they unwittingly became the latest victims in a series of t …
Entrepreneurs want to see a continuation of Singapore’s pro-business policies: Expert
On the day of Singapore’s 2020 election, Squawk Box Asia talks with Bernadette Cho of Entrepreneur First Singapore to talk about what could entice more start-ups to the city state, as well as how the …
Is Singapore ready to govern a digital population?
Amidst the country’s accelerated digitalisation efforts, and as voters head to the polls, the Singapore government must realise it also needs to transform the way it engages its population, which …
Trade Finance Under Scrutiny in Singapore
After a $9 billion credit hit resulting from forged documents, use of the same cargo to secure multiple loans, and other types of fraud, banks seek a revamp of the trade finance infrastructure.