American Tech Giant to Help Drive Innovation in Singapore Dell has launched its US$50 million R&D Centre (Research & Development Centre) in February. The centre is expected to help drive computing innovation called edge computing. Edge computing is an emerging technology that involves several devices or computers. This includes technology like sensors that analyse data…
Company to Focus on Jobs in the Energy and Chemicals Sector DuPont is set to create new high-skill manufacturing jobs in Singapore, focusing primarily on the chemicals and energy sectors in the country. The plant known as Singapore Flexiblend is set to be the operational facility. Operations are expected to commence in the second quarter…
An Easier Way for Singaporeans to Afford Their Dream Home A one-stop HDB Flat Portal is now available in Singapore, making it easier to purchase your dream home. The portal was launched by the Housing and Development Board (HDB). An Easier Way to Afford the Home You Want It’s easier for Singaporeans to afford…
Mark the Date for Singapore 2021 Budget – 16th February 2021 Singapore will be unveiling its 2021 budget in the midst of February later this year. In his announcement last Thursday on the 31st of December 2020, the Deputy Minister of Singapore assured Singaporeans that the Government is ready to tackle the projected economic turmoil.…
Segregated Lanes for All Business Travelers Coming to Singapore Business travellers coming to stay for the short-term in Singapore will now have to go through the segregated business travel lanes. These lanes are aimed at all travellers. These segregated business travel lanes are part of the Connect@Singapore initiative. These lanes aim to limit the number…
Mutual Benefits to Be Gained Under the European Union Singapore and the United Kingdom (UK) signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on 10 December. Both countries are set to enjoy the mutual benefits of the deal. The mutual benefits that both Singapore and the UK stand to gain by signing the free trade agreement fall…
Mental Health of Employees Is in Dire Need of Support, Post Pandemic Among the critical parts of having to be at work is having stable mental health. Stress is useful when an individual uses it to drive for improved work performance. Acknowledged stress is partly knowing that you are aware of it and that you…
New Businesses Are Still Being Set Up Despite the Pandemic Singapore has a remarkable ability to thrive as a business hub, and this year was no different. Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, new businesses were continuously established throughout the year. It’s Business as Usual The Covid-19 pandemic may have put a halt to many businesses,…
Singapore Among the 15 Countries That Signed the World’s Largest Trade Pact Singapore was among the 15 countries to sign the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the world’s largest trade pact. The signing took place on 15 November 2020. This was a momentous move and one that is likely to spur the economy as it…
The Only Asian Nation in IMD’s Top Ten List Singapore is ranked 9th in the world for the most competitive places for talent worldwide for 2020. It is the only country Asian in IMD’s Top Ten list. However, there is a possibility the future ranking of the country could be impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.…