Singapore is evaluating stricter short-term rental regulations to enhance housing availability and community stability, while balancing tourism and resident needs.
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New: Singapore To Raise Pay For 36,000 Education Staff From October
Singapore will raise salaries for approximately 36,000 education professionals by 2% to 9% starting October 1 to retain quality educators.
Singapore, Japan Mark 60 Years of Ties, PM Wong Calls for New Chapter
PM Wong urges deeper Singapore-Japan cooperation in economy, digital trade, frontier technologies, ASEAN engagement, and regional security as ties mark 60 years.
Construction companies are absorbing surging material costs
Singapore construction firms absorb rising costs as Iran war disrupts oil-linked materials, risking losses and delays despite careful stockpiling strategies.
Iran–US Conflict Disrupts Global Travel, Singaporeans Pivot to Regional Holidays
Escalating US-Iran tensions are affecting global travel; Singaporeans prefer regional destinations, resulting in flight cancellations and increased costs for long-haul trips.
Singapore Raises Economic Growth Forecast For 2026
Singapore has raised its economic growth forecast for 2026 to between 2% and 4%.
Singapore approves record S$207.9 billion Budget for 2026
Singapore’s Parliament approved Budget 2026, the largest ever at S$207.9 billion, focusing on resilience and support for households.
DBS secures licence to underwrite corporate bonds in China market
DBS has secured approval to underwrite corporate bonds in China’s interbank bond market.
Singapore and South Korea strengthen cooperation in AI and technology
Singapore and South Korea are expanding cooperation in artificial intelligence and advanced technologies.
Singapore to provide six months of free premium AI tool access for SkillsFuture learners
Singapore will give selected SkillsFuture learners six months of free access to premium AI tools to boost adoption and skills.