Economy

What impact will the Ukraine-Russia war leave on Asia-Pacific?

PM Lee said the conflict has already “strained” US-China relations.

SG, US to take partnership to ‘greater heights’

The two counties will be now cooperating in areas such as space exploration.

SG, US expand bilateral cooperation in new areas

The new areas include digital economy and cybersecurity amongst others.

Over $145m jobs support scheme payouts to aid 289,500 workers

The wage support will be disbursed from 31 March 2022.

Gov’t unveils 3-step plan to strengthen SG’s trade foundations

The plan is in line with the government’s Trade 2030 strategy.

Outdoor mask wearing to become optional as more people allowed to work, gather

Up to 75% of the workforce can return to the office on 29 March.

Which companies will be the hardest hit by China’s COVID-19 resurgence?

UOB Kay Hian said there is a total of eight that will be most affected.

MAS likely to tighten monetary policy in April following inflation uptick

Headline inflation moved at a faster pace in February at 4.3% YoY.

Headline inflation climbs faster in February at 4.3%

It accelerated due to higher private transport inflation.

How the gov't plans to make Singapore 'fairer and greener'

The finance minister outlined several themes during the SRBF.

SG productivity jumps 3.9% per annum despite pandemic: DPM Heng Swee Keat

Heng attributed the growth to the Industry Transformation Maps.

MAS should tighten monetary policy: Standard Chartered

A +2% per annum slope is slightly tighter than the neutral estimate of +1.5%.

MAS, CDP promote access to quality ESG data

Their MOU aims to improve MAS' Project Greenprint.

Boosting partnerships will help SEA region address rising oil prices: Rajah

The Second Finance Minister delivered a speech at an ADB symposium.