cross-border trade
Singapore, Hong Kong rank top 3 in cross-border wealth flows
Singapore, Hong Kong rank top 3 in cross-border wealth flows
HK draws heavily on Chinese wealth, whilst SG taps a broader pool across Asia.
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ASEAN-US digital link could cut trade costs
The proposal could lower transaction costs but would not remove tariff and regulatory risks.
Q1 foreign wholesale sales rise 1.1% YoY
Excluding petroleum, foreign wholesale sales grew by 7.7%.
SBF to boost global trade and investment with new initiative
SBF will enhance cross-border trade, develop private sector advocacy, and cultivate future industry leaders.
WTCA encourages Singapore firms to explore ASEAN-India trade
ASEAN and India recorded a bilateral trade volume of $177.2b in 2022-2023.
SG to amend Free Trade Zone Act
The government is proposing three changes to the regime.
ASEAN launches negotiations on digital economy framework agreement
The framework aims to facilitate more seamless cross-border digital trade.
Singapore backs Revised Kyoto Convention to standardise int'l trades
It is the flagship convention on the Customs process and trade facilitation.
Iron, steel trade up by 58% to $6.7b: Second Minister Tan
The government seeks to retain Singapore as a trading hub for the ferrous sector.
Singapore, Pacific Alliance’s work plan to boost digital economy, green energy
Both parties will review the work plan to ensure progress.
IMDA, global banks concludes world's first CBT digital financing pilot
IMDA’s TradeTrust Framework was used for the initiative.
UOB, IMDA digitalise SG-China cross-border trade flows
This is expected to speed up the electronic exchange of trade documents.
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