Singapore
Early layoff notices may speed up job cuts, skip negotiations: Tan See Leng
Tan noted businesses worry about confidential, market-sensitive info being leaked.
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Early layoff notices may speed up job cuts, skip negotiations: Tan See Leng
Tan noted businesses worry about confidential, market-sensitive info being leaked.
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MOM to form Workforce and Skills Singapore in 2026 merger
The new board aims to simplify training and jobs access.
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Singapore to draft first ‘National Adaptation Plan’ amidst climate-related threats
The plan will be released in 2027.
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Singapore consolidates flagship SME grants into unified EDGE program
Implementation of this unified funding framework is scheduled for H2 2026.
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Singapore targets SMRs as South Korea formalises nuclear ties
This agreement marks the first civil nuclear power pact between these two nations.
2 days ago
Singapore gov't allocates $235m to build green workforce
The government aims to slash carbon emissions by 50 million tonnes through this new labour framework.
2 days ago
Singapore-Norway digital pact activates to protect $30b trade corridor
This agreement governs critical data flows and electronic trade documents between the two nations.
2 days ago
CLD, Climate Group launch SG’s first market-wide concrete benchmark
The framework will guide the industry in choosing lower-carbon options.
6 days ago
Singapore strengthens digital infra with 10Gbps rollout and quantum-safe network
The city-state is taking its digital lead to the next level, targeting 500,000 homes for 10Gbps broadband by 2028.
Loss-making firms face exclusion from 40% tax rebate
KPMG warns that unprofitable firms will face immediate relief gaps under the new Year of Assessment.
LTA to impose higher fees in 2027 in push to tighten border
From 2027, foreign cars will lose free weekday hours, whilst goods vehicles will pay $30 more monthly.
Singapore pierces South American bloc as MERCOSUR FTA goes live
The MERCOSUR-Singapore Free Trade Agreement entered into force on 1 February.
Singapore to ban NRIC banking authentication amidst identity fraud risks
Banks must stop using NRIC numbers for verification by January 2027 under MAS, PDPC rules.
Singapore taps Rwandan carbon credits to offset local taxes
Both governments will jointly review all submissions to ensure compliance with bilateral standards.
Singapore caps postpaid SIMs at 10 to crush "mule" scams
The new limit will apply only to new subscriptions.
Singapore SMEs to gain from clearer e-commerce rules
The guidelines should boost the confidence of merchants on large platforms.
SG launches industrial gov't land sales programme for H1
Goal is to ensure adequate supply of industrial space.
