Singapore’s prime minister warns of a ‘third world war’ if U.S. and China force rest of the world to pick sides
Fortunately, Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong thought a full split was unlikely: "I can’t see how a full decoupling can happen at this stage."
Singapore PM Warns of 'Third World War' Over US and China Relations
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said that escalating tensions between the two countries could lead to catastrophic global consequences.
Singapore boosts digital hub status with US$760 million undersea cable linking America
The Bifrost Cable System, connecting the US and the city state via Indonesia, is expected to be operational in the second half of this year.
Singapore’s STI ends 0.3% lower as investors digest Trump 2.0, no immediate China tariffs
Trump Says He Would ‘Rather Not’ Have to Impose Tariffs on China
President Donald Trump said he’d prefer not to have to impose tariffs on China, his latest dovish remark toward the world’s second-biggest economy even as he continues to threaten sweeping action.
Trump Keeps China Guessing on Tariff Threats
Analysis-Dividend surge signals culture shift in China's markets
New shades of capitalism are emerging in China's tuckered out stock market as companies, at Beijing's behest, buy back their shares and pay record dividends to investors lying in wait for a so-far evasive rebound.
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How billionaire couple behind Haidilao hotpot chain became one of Singapore’s richest
Zhang Yong and his wife, Shu Ping, both co-founders of hotpot chain Haidilao, amassed a combined wealth of US$7.6 billion, placing them among the ranks of Singapore’s richest.
Singapore Smash still star-studded despite Ma Long, Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng’s absence
Of the top 20 players in the men's and women's singles rankings, 19 will take part in the first table tennis major of 2025. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Luckin Coffee beat Starbucks in China. It’s now taking its playbook overseas to markets like Malaysia
The chain is expected to copy its successful China playbook of promotions and steep discounts in Malaysia. To commemorate the launch, Luckin priced its beverages as low as 2.99 Malaysian ringgit ($0.67). A Starbucks americano costs about 11 ringgit ($2.50).
Malaysia ties fortunes to Singapore as US-China tensions mount
Malaysia ’s closer ties to Singapore are part of a broader push by the former to use its chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations this year to forge stronger links with its nearest neighbours, as global trade networks become increasingly balkanised.
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Can philanthropy in China and Singapore balance power, knowledge, and equity?
Philanthropy often presents itself as an act of compassion – a way to tackle big problems and help those in need. But look a little closer, and you’ll find something more complex: power. Who holds
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Singapore committed to work with ASEAN and partners like China to combat scams: Josephine Teo
Singapore is committed to working with ASEAN and other dialogue partners, including China, to combat scams. Digital Development and Information Minister Josephine Teo said international cooperation is essential to counter such crimes.
Asia Sees Trump in a Surprising Way—as a Steady Pair of Hands
It is the highest level since October 2008 as the economy makes steady progress toward the bank’s goal of stable 2% inflation and wage-backed growth.