Ministry of Trade and Industry
Singapore's government arm that promotes economic growth, and creates jobs, to enable Singaporeans to improve their lives.
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ASEAN concludes talks on trade deal upgrade: DPM Gan
ASEAN concludes talks on trade deal upgrade: DPM Gan
ASEAN members plan to sign the upgraded ATIGA at the 47th ASEAN Summit in October 2025.
Economy up 3.9% YoY in Q1
This growth was driven by the wholesale trade, manufacturing, finance, and insurance sectors.
Gov't launches SME Sustainability Hub to support green business practices
Additionally, SMEs can now tap PSG for carbon management solutions.
MTI expands non-traditional sources occupation list
The ministry will add Laos, Cambodia, and Bhutan to the list.
New office to assist SMEs in navigating complex regulations
The office will be established under EnterpriseSG.
Singapore GDP growth slows to 4.3% YoY in Q4
On a sequential basis, GDP also grew slower.
Headline inflation rises to 1.6% in November as transport costs ease slower
Transport inflation only fell by 0.7% YoY.
Headline inflation falls to 1.4% as private transport and accommodation costs ease
Private transportation inflation's contraction widened to -2.5%.
MTI raises Singapore’s 2024 economic growth forecast to around 3.5%
Its initial forecast was 1.0% to 3.0%.
SG, WTO ink MoU to establish secondment programme for gov't officials
Each secondee will be accompanied by a national officer from a least-developed country.
Economy grows 4.1% YoY in Q3 as manufacturing, services expand
It grew at a faster rate compared to the previous quarter.
SG, US to launch new phase of regional energy collaboration
The two countries will form a workgroup to further the study's objectives.
SG to develop second aviation logistics park to boost cargo capabilities
Cargo handling capacity will increase from 3 million to 5.4 million tonnes annually.
Headline inflation eases to 2.2% YoY in August on lower transport costs
Private transport inflation fell to -1.0%.
Singapore and India join hands on semiconductor ecosystem development
The partners will conduct policy exchanges.
Headline inflation unchanged as transport costs offset easing in accommodation
Private transport inflation rose to 0.9% YoY.
Future Economy Advisory Panel kicks off first meeting
Senior executives from DBS, Grab, and Microsoft Asia are part of the panel.
Commentary
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