Indonesian agency prevents illegal placement of 18 workers to Singapore
JAKARTA: The Indonesian Migrant Workers’ Protection Agency (BP2MI) and the South Tangerang Police have thwarted an attempt to illegally place 18 migrant workers in Singapore and arrested three suspects. The three suspects have been identified by their initials as MAY, who acted as a recruiter and distributor of migrant worker candidates; HK, who served as […]
The baring of fangs
When the government smiles, the rattlesnakes run for cover.— Sitting Bull, Lakota Sioux Native American chief The baring of fangs is usually an expected event when the recipient of the naked truth, bereft of embellishments and improvisations, is unable to agree or accede to the demands for reform and resolution. Lee Kuan Yew saw the […]
Singapore world’s most expensive city for luxury living
HANOI: Singapore has for the first time overcome Hong Kong, London (UK) and New York (US) to become the most expensive city for an upper-class lifestyle, according to the 2023 Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report released by Julius Baer Group based in Switzerland. The report indicated that cars and basic health insurance in Singapore are […]
Can the yuan replace the dollar?
“There’s no option for any reserve currency other than the US dollar” – Warren Buffett (Born 1930), Berkshire Hathaway chairman and CEO, an American business magnate, investor, and philanthropist. When I landed in Singapore last Tuesday, I immediately felt the city’s energy. This was my home for the next three days, and my schedule was […]
Singapore launches S$10 coin to commemorate the 100th birth anniversary of LKY
SINGAPORE: The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) today launched the issuance of a S$10 coin to commemorate the 100th birth anniversary of Singapore’s founding Prime Minister, Lee Kuan Yew (LKY100). “The coin pays tribute to his strategic vision, boldness and indomitable spirit that transformed Singapore from a regional trading port to a global manufacturing, business […]
Sarawak’s pork on sale in Singapore
KUCHING: Fresh pork from Sarawak is now available and sold in supermarkets and wet markets in Singapore. The Sarawak Trade and Tourism Office Singapore (STATOS) said Sarawak has become a major pig source for the country. “Starting today (May 3), most of the Singapore market will sell Sarawak pork. “Since the African Swine Fever (ASF) […]
Sarawak products enjoy further exposure at Singapore event
SINGAPORE: Sarawak products have been further promoted to the world through The Food & Beverages (FHA) programme. The programme, held in Singapore from April 25 to 28, showcased 38 types of food and drinks products from Sarawak. Sarawak Trade and Tourism Office Singapore (Statos) chief executive officer Chew Chang Guan said the programme was the […]
Malaysia, Singapore reaffirm bilateral cooperation
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Singapore reaffirmed bilateral cooperation on personal data protection, cyber security, and digital economy on Jan 30 in Singapore. Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil, in a statement today, said the Memorandum of Understanding signed by both countries provided a platform for agencies in Malaysia and Singapore to forge deeper cooperation in the […]
Abang Johari joins PM on Singapore visit
SINGAPORE: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg was among members of the Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s entourage to meet the republic’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, here today (Jan 30). The Premier flew in here yesterday afternoon from Bintulu to join the prime minister on his first official visit to […]
Singapore keen on submarine cable project collab
KUCHING: Singapore is keen to establish cooperation with Sarawak to develop a submarine power source cable network project. This matter was among the agendas brought up during the visit of the Singapore Energy Market Authority (EMA) to Sarawak yesterday (Jan 20). Deputy Energy and Environmental Sustainability Minister Dr Hazland Abang Hipni said, the collaboration involved […]
