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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.

Soon Hock Enterprise files preliminary prospectus for IPO

IPO involves listing ordinary shares on SGX Mainboard.

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.