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Energy spending tops $405b as crisis-driven policy locks in, IEA says
It has more than doubled since 2019 after successive global shocks.
Energy spending tops $405b as crisis-driven policy locks in, IEA says
It has more than doubled since 2019 after successive global shocks.
BIR expands digital systems for tax compliance
Mobile-first services aim to improve compliance and efficiency.
Private hospital plan takes shape in Singapore amidst public hospital overload
The government will add 300 to 400 beds across private hospitals in the east.
Gov't steps in with temporary relief as fuel costs hit transport operators
The measure will apply to government-contracted or subsidised school, disability, and healthcare transport services.
How Singapore cushions rising costs from a prolonged Middle East crisis
Inflation forecast rises to 2%, according to Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong.
Singapore to give $500 CDC vouchers in June ahead of 2027 timeline
Meanwhile, the 2026 Cost-of-Living Special Payment will get an extra $200.
Singapore to provide $1b support package amidst rising energy costs
Cash payouts, tax rebates, and grants aim to support households, businesses, and transport workers.
ADB sets up $25m facility to advance ASEAN Power Grid integration
The cross-border power plans hinge on early-stage financing support.
Singapore launches C3T to accelerate climate competitiveness transition
The Government and industry will align transition planning and sustainability coordination structure.
Flood losses top $32b in OECD countries as insurance fails to keep pace
Report shows 32% of flood losses in OECD member countries were insured from 2000 to 2024.
BCG warns growth no longer delivers jobs
Income gap hit 8.4 times in developed economies as labour demand shifts unevenly.
OECD projects global borrowing to soar to $29t by 2026
Governments and corporations raise debt as borrowing and market shifts rise.
OECD flags inflation risks as energy costs climb, global growth weakens
G20 inflation is set to reach 4% in 2026, with uneven regional growth and central banks urged to stay cautious, said OECD.
Singapore and Thailand open carbon credit project call aligned with Article 6
The agreement enables internationally transferred mitigation outcomes.
Quezon City sustains services through digital access and buffers
Belmonte says resilience depends on services and infrastructure.
Government embeds AI capability to improve public services
AI capability seen key to public value and competitiveness.
CICC defines future-proof governance through cybercrime awareness
Public education and partnerships drive cyber resilience
