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Singapore Fintech Festival 2022
Revised industry transformation map puts local talent development at the core
MAS forecasts the financial sector to grow by an average of 4% to 5% p.a. between 2021 and 2025, creating more than 3,000 jobs.
October 27, 2022
Sustainability
Singapore launches National Hydrogen Strategy, could supply half of power needs by 2050
For Singapore, hydrogen can complement and diversify our power mix alongside solar, imported electricity, says MTI.
October 25, 2022
Sustainability
Singapore targets net zero by 2050, peak emissions before 2030
The two updated commitments are the latest in a series of rapid changes over two years.
October 25, 2022
Singapore economy
Staying open to foreigners key to Singapore's future, says Deputy PM Wong
“For us to continue to thrive, we must always pursue a twin strategy: stay open and develop local": Lawrence Wong
October 18, 2022
Singapore economy
MAS sets aside $400 mil for local talent boost
"If we do this right, our financial centre will continue to stay relevant and competitive"
September 15, 2022
Global Economy
Briefs: Lawrence Wong signals rich have to pay more taxes; Singapore's NODX up by 7% y-o-y in July
News this week includes Trek 2000's founder pleading guilty to cheating, and more.
August 19, 2022
Singapore economy
DPM Lawrence Wong signals rich may have to pay more taxes
Wong said the government intends to stick with its plan to raise the consumption tax next year to 8% from 7%.
August 16, 2022
Sharing Economy
Singapore sees no recession next year as it seeks to beat risks
Singapore will probably grow 3.8% this year and expand 3% in the next
July 04, 2022
Singapore economy
Lawrence Wong outlines vision for equality, safety Nets
Singapore needs to refresh its social compact
June 28, 2022
Singapore economy
Singapore to help vulnerable with $1.5 bil plan to ease inflation pain
The package will be funded through better-than-expected fiscal revenue in 2021
June 21, 2022