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Singaporeans spared from $129,000 US work visa fee
Singaporeans spared from $129,000 US work visa fee
The US Embassy in Singapore said that “there is no change to the H-1B1 process at this time.”
MoM, ILO convene first global dialogue on digital platform work
It aims to establish a trusted framework for digital platform employment.
Singapore population hits 6.11 million
It was largely attributed to growth in the non-resident population.
Singapore growth outlook downgraded for 2025-2026
Trade policy uncertainty weighs on projections.
Gov’t launches Singapore Digital Gateway
The platform gives access to more than 30 digital resources vital to Singapore’s digital journey.
MAS to simplify single family office tax scheme
A private banking working group has also been set up.
Singapore named most affordable place for budget dining
Asian cities dominate the list of places with the cheapest meals.
Asian Micro Holdings’ subsidiary to divest three Malaysian office units
Net proceeds will be used for general working capital purposes.
OUE REIT prices $150m green notes due 2032
Proceeds will fund green projects.
Soon Hock Enterprise files preliminary prospectus for IPO
IPO involves listing ordinary shares on SGX Mainboard.
Singapore tops global rankings as hub for entrepreneurial wealth
It leads globally for wealth movement at 15%.
MAS, banks test quantum key distribution to strengthen financial cybersecurity
It can securely transfer sensitive data.
Geo Energy bags $354.55m loan for refinancing, acquisitions
The company aims to boost the production capacity of the TRA coal mine.
Singapore launches $5b equities programme to boost market liquidity
Chee said MAS and SGX RegCo have committed to completing listing reviews within six to eight weeks.
Singapore ranks top global destination for entrepreneurs
56% of entrepreneurs are already living across multiple locations.
Singapore industrial output falls 7.8% in August with pharma slump
Maybank attributed the August dip to front-loading in July ahead of higher reciprocal tariffs across Asia.
Dublin Road freehold site launched for sale at $49.8m in District 9
The site spans 1,850.5 sq m.
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