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MTI: [COVID-19] Collective actions to slow down community transmissions
The government will be taking several actions to slow down community transmission. This is to reduce the risk of large spikes in cases.
September 7, 2021
Covid threatens Singapore’s business hub crown – BBC News (1 September 2021)
"Everything was perfect, life was beautiful. We could travel around and enjoy the best of Singapore," says Pavla.
September 6, 2021
Business leaders hope new hiring rules won’t be protectionist – The Straits Times, A6 (2 September 2021)
Business leaders hope new hiring rules won't be protectionist - The Straits Times, A6 (2 September 2021)
September 6, 2021
Closed-Door Dialogue with Secretary-General of NTUC
The European Chamber of Commerce and in particular the members of the Human Development committee had a dialogue with NTUC represented by Mr Ng Chee Meng, Secretary-General, and his team on 27 August 2021.
August 31, 2021
Singapore committed to staying open, as it reaches ‘new position’ in Covid-19 fight after prudent approach: Ong Ye Kung – TODAY
SINGAPORE — Singapore’s “right and prudent” approach to managing the Covid-19 crisis has paid off, putting it in a “new position” compared with other top global cities that are still grappling with the virus, Health Minister Ong Ye Kung said on Friday (Aug 20) as he reiterated the country's commitment to remain an open economy.
August 23, 2021
S’pore will stay open to the world, continue to welcome foreign contributions: Ong Ye Kung – The Straits Times
SINGAPORE - Singapore continues to value foreign contributions, and will not change its approach to running the economy, said Health Minister Ong Ye Kung on Friday (Aug 20).
August 23, 2021
Minister Ong Ye Kung’s Speech at a Closed Door Dialogue
Minister Ong Ye Kung delivered a speech this afternoon at a dialogue with EuroCham members where he reiterated the Singapore Government’s commitment to staying open.
August 20, 2021
MTI: Vaccinated Travel Lane and Recognition of Overseas Vaccinations for Vaccination-Differentiated Safe Management Measures (SMMs)
A new Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) will be implemented to facilitate fully vaccinated persons to travel into Singapore under reduced border measures.
August 19, 2021
MTI: Framework for Country/Region Classification and Updates on Border Measures for Travellers
To provide greater certainty in planning of travel, we will classify countries/regions into four categories:
August 19, 2021
MOH: Resuming Entry Approvals for Vaccinated Work Pass Holders and their Dependants
Vaccinated-Differentiated Border Measures – From 10 August 2021, Ministry of Manpower will resume entry approvals for work pass holders and their dependants with travel history to higher risk countries/regions. Eligible work pass holders and their dependants must be fully vaccinated before arrival in Singapore. – From 20 August 2021 2359 hours, all fully vaccinated travellers
August 10, 2021
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MTI: [COVID-19] Preparing for our transition towards COVID resilience
From 20 August 2021, 2359 hrs, all fully vaccinated travellers1 from Australia, Austria, Canada, Germany, Italy, Norway, the Republic of Korea (ROK), and Switzerland may apply to opt out of dedicated SHN facilities and serve their 14-day SHN at their respective places of residence (e.g. residential address) or other suitable accommodation.
August 6, 2021
A Guide on How Employers & Businesses can Support National Service
Since 1967, Singapore has conscripted all eligible male citizens and permanent residents to serve National Service (NS).
July 15, 2021
