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Covid-19
Singapore eyes major easing of curbs once virus wave passes
The government will restore and progressively raise quotas on so-called vaccinated travel lanes
February 16, 2022
Singapore economy
Briefs: GST hike needed for 'better Singapore for tomorrow'; former Midas CEO charged
In other news, investments in Singapore’s FinTech industry hit five-year high in 2021 at US$3.94 billion, says KPMG.
February 10, 2022
Budget 2022
GST hike needed to 'build a better Singapore for tomorrow': Lawrence Wong
"To do so, we will need to invest more in our people and our social infrastructure," says Wong in a Facebook post.
February 09, 2022
Singapore economy
GIC to manage extra $185 bil in reserves
This comes after Singapore changed the way the central bank transfers excess foreign currency reserves to the firm.
January 13, 2022
Covid-19
Boosters needed to keep vaccinated status
Being fully vaccinated in Singapore is now a requirement to enter most settings, including shopping malls and office
January 05, 2022
Covid-19
Singapore eases virus curbs, signals no more major moves in 2021
Up to five fully vaccinated non-family individuals can dine together with effect from Nov 22
November 20, 2021
Singapore economy
GST hike to go ahead as planned
GST was introduced by Singapore back in 1994 at 3%
October 05, 2021
Global Economy
Briefs: Covid-19 'dress rehearsal' for climate emergency, South Korean analyst gives 'buy' ratings on
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September 30, 2021
Climate change
Covid-19 a 'dress rehearsal' for climate emergency, expect revised carbon tax rate at Budget 2022: Wong
Wong stopped short of discussing Singapore’s pandemic response, instead focusing on Singapore’s carbon tax.
September 30, 2021