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EU-S’pore free trade pact an anchor for both sides: Halimah – The Straits Times
The free trade agreement (FTA) between the European Union and Singapore, which came into force in November 2019, has served as an anchor for both economies amid the Covid-19 pandemic and global protectionist sentiment, President Halimah Yacob said yesterday.
March 8, 2021
Dependant’s Pass moves could hurt startups, limit talent – The Business Times
SINGAPORE – CONCERNS have been raised that the moves to tighten employment conditions for Dependant's Pass (DP) holders could hurt startups, underutilise dependants' skills and contributions, and dampen openness to talent.
March 5, 2021
Budget debate: Dependant’s Pass holders will need formal work pass to work in Singapore from May 1 – The Straits Times
SINGAPORE - From May 1 this year, foreigners staying in Singapore on Dependant's Passes will need a work pass in order to work here, instead of a letter of consent.
March 4, 2021
Forum: Businesses committed to Singaporean core, but cannot be anti-foreigner – The Straits Times
We thank Mr Jeffrey Law Lee Beng for his letter (Find out why firms prefer to hire foreign professionals, Feb 27). Amid the many challenges posed by Covid-19, Singaporeans are understandably concerned with manpower competition and employment security.
March 3, 2021
MOF: Singapore Budget 2021
Extend and enhance the Enterprise Financing Scheme – Venture Debt Programme
February 17, 2021
Singapore poised to take green leap forward – The Straits Times
Singaporeans look set to lead much greener lives by 2030, with new sustainability initiatives launched to change the way they work, study and play.
February 11, 2021
SBF: Singapore to lead Asia-Pacific business taskforce on safe reopening of borders
Singapore to lead Asia-Pacific business taskforce on safe reopening of borders
February 10, 2021
Europe’s Commitment to Singapore’s Workforce Campaign
Campaign on European companies’ commitment to keep investing in local workforce amidst the global pandemic.
January 27, 2021
Breakthrough for air travel as Singapore becomes first government to accept digital COVID-19 test results for immigration purposes
ICC has announced the first-ever use of a digital travel pass by a national immigration authority to verify the Covid-19 status of inbound travellers, following the conclusion of a ground-breaking pilot in partnership with International SOS and the Government of Singapore.
January 25, 2021
Indonesia, Malaysia team up to win over EU palm oil critics – The Straits Times
KUALA LUMPUR • The world's top producers of palm oil, Indonesia and Malaysia, are looking to join forces for the first time to run an advocacy campaign in Europe, where increasingly tight regulations are threatening sales in their third-biggest market.
January 21, 2021
EuroCham pledges support for fair hiring and employment practices (SBF Press Conference)
EuroCham pledges support for fair hiring, employment practices along with other trade associations and business chambers at the press conference held at Singapore Business Federation on 19 January 2021.
January 19, 2021
