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HDB to begin Long Island coastal works by year-end
Its first phase will take place in the waters west of Bedok Jetty.
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HDB to begin Long Island coastal works by year-end
Its first phase will take place in the waters west of Bedok Jetty.
6 hours ago
Governments push energy efficiency amidst Strait of Hormuz crisis
A joint statement cited the Middle East energy market disruption as the trigger for faster action.
1 day ago
Energy transition finance fund hits $446m with Temasek, MAS backing
ETAF targets grid upgrades and energy transition projects across Asia.
1 day ago
Singapore launches relief channel for victims of online harms
The Online Safety Commission started operations on 29 June.
1 day ago
Hong Kong authorised to exercise jurisdiction at new Huanggang Port
The redeveloped crossing is expected to cut clearance time to five minutes.
1 day ago
ADB backs $63.44m Cambodia grid upgrade
It aims to cut instability, support renewables, and ease peak demand.
5 days ago
Businesses push for predictable climate policy, WBCSD survey shows
Asia showed weaker push for early tightening as firms prioritise policy certainty.
5 days ago
Singapore's ETAF secures $325m in first close to drive Asia's energy transition
FAST-P will fund grid modernisation and higher-risk energy projects.
6 days ago
Capital relief may push Philippine banks toward excessive risk
BSP sees rates on a higher for longer path with further tightening likely, said CreditSights.
Australia simplifies financial accountability rules
The changes will halve compliance updates for 4,500 people.
Philippine authorities let banks exclude paper losses from capital ratios
The measure is in effect until December 2026.
Hong Kong and Fujian deepen cooperation in finance, trade
The new pacts also cover innovation and tech and education.
Philippines partners with Google Cloud to train 200,000 public servants in AI
The multi-year initiative also includes a cross-agency cyber defence system.
Aussie rate hikes may slow lending at major banks
Refinancing activity could rise as borrowers search for cheaper mortgages.
Crypto becomes state infrastructure as sanctioned inflows surge 694%
Chainalysis and Moody's say stablecoins and cold wallets keep enforcement gaps open as illicit crypto moves beyond SWIFT.
Singapore to invest in AI public goods as 2027 ASEAN chair: Teo
The plan covers language models and capacity-building.
Singapore bets on $35m waste centre, digitalisation drive to boost green economy
New funding, digital tools, and policy updates were announced at Catalyst 2026 gathering.
