Category: Economy

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Vietnam and China Strengthen Ties with New Agreements Signed

admin, October 13, 2024October 13, 2024

Vietnam and China sign 10 agreements, including railway links, payments, and economic cooperation, amidst ongoing South China Sea tensions.

Economy

Singaporeans must brace for new ‘cold war’ impact

admin, October 13, 2024October 13, 2024

Going forward, we are now in yet another phase of development where the world is mired with geopolitical rivalry and contest after 30 years of globalisation – Wong

Economy

ASEAN+3 Economies Set for Solid Growth Amid Uncertainties

admin, October 3, 2024October 3, 2024

ASEAN+3 economies face uncertainty due to market volatility, geopolitical tensions, US-China trade frictions, and weakening global demand indicators.

Economy

Generation Alpha Leads the Way in Family Travel Planning Across Asia Pacific

admin, September 30, 2024September 30, 2024

The growing influence of Generation Alpha on family travel signals a transformative shift in the travel industry – one that Hilton is excited to embrac

Agriculture

MPOC calls on the EU to delay EUDR in support for small farmers

admin, September 20, 2024September 20, 2024

EUDR compliance is estimated to cost the palm oil sector $650 million annually, with $260 million burdening small farmers.

Economy

Singapore: Asia’s Urgent Need to Decouple Growth from Emissions Amid Geopolitical Tensions

admin, September 13, 2024September 13, 2024

On September 12, 2024, Singapore hosted the seventh edition of the Unlocking Capital for Sustainability…

Economy

Singapore tax revenue up 17% to S$80.3 billion in FY23/24

admin, September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

The total tax revenue accounted for 77.6% of the government’s operating revenue and 11.9% of Singapore’s GDP. Additionally, the tax authority disbursed nearly S$2.3 billion in payouts

Banking and Finance