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Geopolitics
Harris' departure from Singapore delayed for unspecified reason
It was unclear how long Harris will remain in Singapore.
August 24, 2021
Geopolitics
Harris looks to assure US allies over chaotic Afghan exit
What will influence perceptions of US's commitment to the region will be what the US does going forward, says PM Lee.
August 23, 2021
Singapore economy
Singapore to finetune foreign worker policies amid expat angst
"If we do this well, we can continue to welcome foreign workers and new immigrants, as we must."
August 08, 2021
Covid-19
Night spots-turned F&B joints to be suspended as 'KTV cluster' mushrooms
Singapore will suspend all 400 or so nightlife establishments that had pivoted into F&B establishments from July 19 to July 30.
July 16, 2021
Covid-19
'Thanks' to KTVs, it is now back to 2 from 5
Singapore will reduce dining in groups from 5 to 2, in light of the current spike in cases.
July 16, 2021
Sustainability
Singapore, New Zealand agree to cooperate on low-carbon hydrogen
The agreement is expected to facilitate collaboration on the production, deployment and research into a new hydrogen economy.
July 15, 2021
Results
Temasek portfolio hits all-time-high of $381 bil, profit jumps over 500% to $57 bil
Temasek Holdings has reported a stellar FY2021, with a 10-year-high net portfolio value and an over 500% jump in y-o-y profit.
July 13, 2021
Covid-19
Singapore expects to reduce Covid-19 measures as country approaches 50% full vaccination: MTF
Singapore is 'on track' to increase group sizes for higher risk activities by mid July, including dining in.
June 24, 2021
Sustainability
Singapore looks to develop and deploy low-carbon technological solutions following new studies
The studies highlighted pathways for low-carbon hydrogen and CCUS that could be relevant for Singapore and barriers to overcome.
June 23, 2021
Singapore economy
Singapore's GDP plunged in 2020, household wealth increased instead, says Credit Suisse
Wealth gain exceeded the magnitude of the GDP loss
June 22, 2021