Singapore’s population has shrunk for the first time since 2003 as travel curbs and job losses brought about by the coronavirus pandemic have pushed foreign workers from the global business hub.
PLDT acquires Singapore’s Paywhere for $5M
The PLDT group says the acquisition of Paywhere is part of a US$100 million budget it is allocating for merger and acquisition initiatives to expand its digital platform services …
Japan to reopen borders with Singapore, Brunei for expatriates
TOKYO: Japan said on Friday it has agreed with Singapore and Brunei to reopen their borders for newly arriving expatriates and other long-term residents from next Wednesday and Oct 8, respectively.
A Singapore startup said no to an investor. The investor sued
Lumiere32 won a pitching competition organized by angel investor network She1K. But a failure to reach an agreement on the term sheet has led to a lawsuit.
Hope U.S. and China join together to secure a global solution on vaccine: Singapore minister
Facility, Singapore hopes that major countries like the U.S. and China can join together with current 160 members to work toward a global solution on vaccines, says Singapore Senior Minister Teo Chee …
Singapore is committed to containing coronavirus pandemic even as daily cases fall, politician says
Early in the year, Singapore was a poster child for its efficient handling of the spread of the virus. But that success was threatened after an outbreak among foreign migrant workers residing in …
COVID-19: 5 things you need to know about the business travel pass
A new business travel pass for selected senior executives based in Singapore is being piloted to enable them to fulfill overseas work …
COVID-19: 5 things you need to know about the business travel pass
A new business travel pass for selected senior executives based in Singapore is being piloted to enable them to fulfill overseas work …
Indian-origin police officer in Singapore jailed for seeking sexual favours from women
An Indian-origin police official in Singapore has been sentenced to two years in jail after pleading guilty to four counts, including two for corruption in the form of seeking sexual favours from …
Singapore reshapes its supply chains to stay resilient against shocks like the coronavirus
From food security to supply chain disruptions, the coronavirus pandemic has highlighted stress points in Singapore’s trade-dependent economy. Against this backdrop, the island-nation’s ability to …