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Latest news, in-depth features and opinion on Singapore, covering politics, economy, society and the city state’s relationships with China, Malaysia, and other Southeast Asian countries.
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Prime Minister Lawrence Wong
last updated:
29 November, 2024
A TSMC logo seen at its headquarters in Hsinchu, Taiwan. Photo: AFP
TSMC

Exclusive | TSMC cuts ties with Singapore firm over Huawei processor: sources

The world’s largest chip foundry ended its relationship with a Singapore-based firm after a client review.

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Malaysia

My Take | Can Johor-Singapore SEZ be a flag-bearer for Southeast Asia’s economic clout?

Hong Kong aviation

Opinion | How Hong Kong can retain its status among Asia’s leading airports

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US presidential election 2024

Why Asia can expect ‘America First’ policy to endure post-Trump 2.0

Trump’s policies and tariffs in his second term could have ‘more punitive’ consequences for global economy, analysts at Singapore forum say.

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US president-elect Donald Trump. Photo: AFP
Israel

3 ‘radicalised’ Singaporeans detained over possible local attacks, to fight Israel

The three Singaporean men were not linked to one other, but their detentions highlight the growing threat of online radicalisation.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s Paul Chan meets Asean chief to promote city’s links with bloc

Finance chief ends visit to Indonesia, as survey of 600 Greater Bay Area companies finds strength of city’s connectivity with bloc has risen.

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Education

‘Everything will be gone’: Singapore’s Yale-NUS closure stirs student ire

With courses changed and faculty departing, students and ex-tutors lament the demise of the city state’s first liberal arts college.

Despite the college closing, there have been efforts to keep the spirit of Yale-NUS alive through an alumni network. Photo: AFP
Malaysia

Police hunt gunman as Johor shooting spotlights safety concerns in SEZ area

Chilling footage of sudden killing at eatery shocks social media users despite police insisting the case is one-off.

Asean

Opinion | Why Southeast Asia will shine on as an investment bright spot

A decade since setting up the Asean Economic Community, the region has made progress in integration and drawing FDI but challenges remain.

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Law

Singapore’s new law aims to protect racial groups against foreign interference

The bill seeks to introduce provisions including shielding against foreign influence in designated race-based organisations.

Workers at Raffles Place. Singapore’s racial harmony law seeks to safeguard the different ethnic groups against foreign interference. Photo: AFP
Malaysia

Malaysia-Singapore economic zone to offer tax rates as low as 5%

The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone is nearly twice the size of Shenzhen, whose success it is hoping to emulate.

Malaysian ringgit banknotes. Malaysia will also provide a special income tax rate of 15 per cent for 10 years for eligible knowledge workers in the zone. Photo: Shutterstock
Malaysia

‘Development gap’ poses risk to success of Johor-Singapore SEZ

The Johor-Singapore special economic zone is also poised to spark renewed interest in properties in the Malaysian state, analysts say.

Scams and swindles

Singapore introduces new law to freeze bank accounts of scam victims

The measure, which can be imposed for up to 30 days, aims to protect victims from transferring funds to scammers.

Chinese overseas

Singapore considers law to safeguard racial groups from foreign influence

If the bill is passed, organisations would have to disclose foreign and anonymous donations, foreign affiliations and their leadership composition.

The Marina Bay Sands resort in Singapore. Photo: AFP
Malaysia

After years of delays, Malaysia, Singapore finalise vast SEZ

The region will include Johor’s development zones of Iskandar Malaysia and Pengerang, spanning an area nearly twice the size of Shenzhen.

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Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong (left) with his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim in Putrajaya, Malaysia, on Tuesday. Photo: AP
Indonesia

Singapore couple drops legal action against Indonesian teens over harassment

Police say investigations into the incident in Bandung have stopped after the perpetrators apologised to the couple.

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Asia housing and property

The View | Trumponomics won’t be the most influential factor in Asian property markets

There is no room for complacency on the acute threats facing Asia, but its varied real estate landscape and sources of resilience merit note.

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China's ageing population

In China’s surging silver economy, Singapore hospital chain sees golden gains

With more than 400 million Chinese set to enter their 60s over the coming decade, China faces an unprecedented healthcare challenge.

A member of staff helps an elderly resident at a nursing home in east China’s Shandong province. Photo: Xinhua
Crime in Hong Kong

5 arrested over sale of fake tickets for Hong Kong star Andy Lau’s concerts

Victims bought counterfeit tickets through online platforms or social media and paid by cash or bank transfer.

Hong Kong

Editorial | Hong Kong harbour boardwalk a step in right direction

Feature due to open by Lunar New Year is first phase in project that will provide recreation and enjoyment for Hong Kong public.

Social media

Singapore defends interception of Indonesian fishing boats due to incursions

The Singapore coastguard had observed the Indonesian fishing vessels repeatedly entering and exiting the city state’s waters, the police say.

Singapore’s coastguard has defended its interception of Indonesian fishing vessels in response to repeated incursions into the city state’s territorial waters. Photo: Facebook/Plan_B
Artificial intelligence

Chinese AI firm SenseTime reduces office space in Singapore

The retreat underscores the competition faced by SenseTime in a new AI era, and the changing fortunes of Singapore’s prime office market.

Singapore’s skyline. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong can boost tourism by repositioning itself as gateway to Asia

The government should focus less on mega-events and more on working with other Asian cities to offer exotic holiday bundles to Western tourists.

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Vietnam

Vietnam’s hesitation on Brics highlights delicate US ties, economic consideration

Vietnam’s delay in joining Brics reflects its balance between strengthening ties with the US and the potential benefits of aligning with a bloc seen as a US counterweight.

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E-commerce

UK lawmakers summon Shein and Temu for questioning over labour practices

Both online retailers have faced allegations of poor working practices at product factories in China and of forced labour in supply chains.

Shein and Temu sell clothes, shoes, gadgets and accessories at rock-bottom prices. Photo: Reuters
Music

Singapore wants to host more mega-events in 2025, boosting regional growth

Singapore’s rise as a concert hub, highlighted by Taylor Swift’s shows, has sparked envy from neighbours. But, experts argue, it could encourage tourism growth.

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Taylor Swift performs at tSingapore’s National Stadium on March 02, 2024. Photo: Getty Images
Cathay Pacific

Hong Kong’s Cathay, Singapore Airlines climb regional punctuality ranking

Cathay went up to ninth in Asia-Pacific list, despite its punctuality performance declining from 2023, report shows.

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Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s air passenger traffic soars to pre-pandemic levels over Christmas

Secretary for Transport Mable Chan says the number of flight movements on a single day peaked at about 1,150 during Christmas period.

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