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BUSINESSJul 27Singapore tightens monetary policy as rising oil prices rekindle inflation riskSingapore is tightening its monetary policy due to the re-emergence of inflation risks, driven by increasing oil prices. This action aims to stabilize the economy by addressing inflationary pressures.cnbc.com · United States
BUSINESSJul 27Singapore tightens monetary policy as rising oil prices rekindle inflation riskUnlike most central banks, the MAS manages medium-term price stability by managing the Singapore dollar exchange rate against a trade-weighted basket of currencies.CNBC
CYBERJul 26AI cyberattacks mean we cant defend ourselves the same way as before : Singapore founding cybersecurity chiefA cybersecurity chief warns that AI-powered cyberattacks necessitate new defense strategies. This highlights the evolving nature of cyber threats and the need for updated security measures.channelnewsasia.com · United States
BUSINESSJul 26Indonesia’s plan for a Singapore rival starts to take shapeIndonesia wants to build a financial centre to rival Singapore, Hong Kong or Dubai, but analysts say the real work of persuading global investors has barely begun. Parliament’s passage of the enabling legislation on Tuesday laid the legal foundation for the hub, marking a milestone in President Prabowo Subianto’s push to attract more foreign capital into Southeast Asia’s largest economy and lift growth towards 8 per cent by the end of his term in 2029. Yet observers caution that the centre,...South China Morning Post
HEALTHJul 25Singapore must grow longevity economy without driving up healthcare costs : Ong Ye KungA Singaporean official states that the nation needs to develop its longevity economy without increasing healthcare costs. This highlights a policy challenge in balancing economic growth with public health affordability.straitstimes.com · Singapore
BUSINESSJul 25Singapore’s young workers cling to side hustles to survive the AI age: ‘it’s exhausting’By day, Adele Lee juggles schedules and administrative work as a personal assistant to a senior director at a financial advisory firm. Three evenings a week, the 32-year-old logs back on, this time to sell second-hand clothes through TikTok livestreams, fielding questions from viewers and packing orders herself after the broadcast ends. The side hustle brings in about S$500 (US$390) a month, supplementing her monthly salary of almost S$4,000. The extra cash helps pay for her insurance premiums...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 24HSBC to sell Singapore life insurance arm to Allianz for $2.09bnHSBC plans to sell its life insurance division in Singapore to Allianz for $2.09 billion. This represents a significant business transaction in the financial sector.Yahoo Finance
SCI & TECHJul 24Learning through usage , Singapore seeks AI , quantum computing edgeSingapore is aiming to gain an advantage in artificial intelligence and quantum computing through practical application and learning. This initiative underscores the country's focus on technological leadership.techgoondu.com · Singapore
CYBERJul 24Singapore and Thailand ink pact on cybersecurity and digital fraudSingapore and Thailand signed an agreement focusing on cybersecurity and digital fraud. This pact signifies international collaboration to enhance digital security measures.sbr.com.sg · Singapore
BUSINESSJul 24Singapore core inflation edges up to 1 . 6 % in June , slightly lower than forecasts – Asia News NetworkSingapore's core inflation increased to 1.6% in June, which was slightly below predicted levels. This indicates a minor economic shift in the region.asianews.network · China
BUSINESSJul 24Allianz to acquire HSBC’s Singapore insurance unit for $2.09BAllianz is set to acquire HSBC's insurance unit in Singapore for $2.09 billion. This acquisition represents a substantial transaction within the financial services sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 24Singapore - MAS seen holding policy steady on July 27 as inflation stays mild , Reuters poll showsA Reuters poll indicates that Singapore's Monetary Authority is expected to maintain its current policy on July 27 due to mild inflation. This forecast provides insight into the country's upcoming economic decisions.investinglive.com
BUSINESSJul 24HSBC agrees to US$2 billion deal to sell Singapore insurance branch to AllianzHSBC has agreed to sell its Singapore life and health insurance business to Germany’s Allianz for S$2.7 billion (US$2.08 billion), with the deal expected to be completed in the first half of 2027, HSBC Group announced on Friday morning before the start of trading. The disposal is expected to generate a pre-tax gain of US$1.8 billion and boost HSBC’s common equity tier 1 ratio by up to 15 basis points, the bank said. As part of the deal, HSBC Singapore will enter a 15-year exclusive bancassurance...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 23Indonesian babies were trafficked to Singapore. What happens to them now?BBC World
WORLDJul 23Younger Singaporean men less averse to spousal violence: studyNearly one in three younger Singaporean men either agreed or were neutral when asked if spousal violence could ever be acceptable, according to preliminary survey findings, raising questions about whether more men may not reject the idea of physical abuse in certain circumstances. The findings from the Gender Norms Perceptions Study were conducted by SG Her Empowerment (SHE), a Singaporean NGO, as reported by Channel NewsAsia (CNA) on Thursday. Among men born in 1981 or later – the millennial...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 23Port of Shanghai targets Singapore, London in maritime push from busiest to bestShanghai, already home to the world’s largest container port, has unveiled a strategic road map to further bolster its shipping-services sector, escalating a challenge to hubs in Hong Kong, Singapore and London. The Port of Shanghai, China’s most prominent commerce and trading gateway, aims to leverage tech, including artificial intelligence and automation, to boost efficiency and expand value-added industries, from financing and insurance to legal services, according to a five-year plan...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 23Construction among Singapore top - performing sectors ; up to S$53 billion demand forecast in 2026 : SGXSingapore's construction sector is performing strongly with a significant demand forecast for 2026, according to SGX. This highlights a positive economic outlook for a key industry in the region.businesstimes.com.sg · Singapore
BUSINESSJul 232027 will welcome the newly independent event , eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia on 7 - 8 April in SingaporeThe eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia event is announced as a newly independent event taking place in Singapore on April 7-8, 2027. This details a future international business conference.itnewsonline.com · United States
POLITICSJul 22‘Disbelief, shock’: Singapore PM on Faishal’s inappropriate messages with womanA married Singapore minister’s sudden resignation amid revelations he had exchanged inappropriate messages with a woman has rocked the city state’s establishment circles, with a groundswell of sentiment calling for him to be retained. Amid online petitions and calls to keep former minister-in-charge of Muslim affairs Faishal Ibrahim following his resignation on Monday, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong shed further light on the controversy, suggesting the matter was more serious than previously...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 22Singapore PM Lawrence Wong steps up renewal pace in cabinet reshuffleSingapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong stepped up the pace of renewal of his Cabinet on Wednesday by confirming two acting ministers and reinstating a former minister who was defeated in 2020 but won in last year’s poll. Coordinating Minister for National Security K Shanmugam was promoted to senior minister, joining the ranks of former leader Lee Hsien Loong. Shanmugam, a senior counsel, entered politics in 1988 and has helmed the home affairs ministry since 2015. Shanmugam is the first senior...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 22Ohm Pawat , Hwang Min - hyun coming to SingaporeOhm Pawat and Hwang Min-hyun are scheduled to visit Singapore. This is a general entertainment news item.asiaone.com · Singapore
BUSINESSJul 21Rajah & Tann Singapore hires senior govt disputes lawyer as partnerRajah & Tann Singapore has hired a senior government disputes lawyer as a new partner. This represents an expansion and strategic addition to the law firm's expertise.legalbusinessonline.com · China
WORLDJul 21Looking south of Singapore : a new vision for partnership with IndonesiaThis article explores a new vision for partnership between Singapore and Indonesia, focusing on relations south of Singapore. It suggests potential developments in regional cooperation.businesstimes.com.sg · Singapore
POLITICSJul 20Why Singapore PM Wong moved swiftly on Faishal Ibrahim’s resignationSingapore’s acting minister-in-charge of Muslim affairs Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim resigned about a month after the prime minister learned of his improper interactions with a woman, a move observers say shows Lawrence Wong’s swift handling of the first scandal under his watch to contain any political fallout. They told This Week in Asia that while there was no affair in Faishal’s case, it made sense for the party to deal with the consequences quickly in case of leaks as the woman was a member of...South China Morning Post
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