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Ringgit’s drop towards 26-year low spurs BNM to pledge support Malaysia's central bank reaffirmed it is ready to support the ringgit, which is hovering close to the lowest level since 1998.

Singapore companies to report more accurate emissions with launch of database The initial set of data collected from various government agencies is to be ready by the end of the year.

As major bunkering port, Singapore has key role in global maritime decarbonisation: IMO chief Singapore sold a record 51.8 million tonnes of bunker fuel in 2023, roughly a quarter of estimated global demand.

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A tale of two (island) cookbooks Island Life and Our Migrants’ Kitchen put the spotlight on more than just the Asian dishes found on three islands.

Boutique Fairs: Long-running showcase of Singaporean creativity The 42nd edition features 300 independent design-led brands, including 80 new to the event.

Les Amis Group ties up with Michelin-starred Tokyo sushi eatery to open Singapore outpost The food and beverage operator will open Sushi Ryujiro Singapore in the former Aoki restaurant space.

Millennials and Gen-Z drive trend towards low-alcohol drinks Singapore bars adapt to health-conscious drinkers with creative cocktails and alcohol-free liqueurs .

Upgraded ties with France, Germany to benefit tech, sustainability, defence: DPM Wong The upgrades in the bilateral partnership with Germany and France are “not just about a name change” but mark a new phase in ties, sai…

Vital for Singapore to build knowledge on nuclear power, safety: DPM Wong The city-state has stepped up its research around nuclear energy in recent years.

Pretty, but unsubstantial fare at Roia The new restaurant in Botanic Gardens offers a great view first, and food second, says our food critic Jaime Ee.

Vietnam’s first female tycoon sentenced to death: Key takeaways from S$17 billion fraud case The multibillion-dollar fraud case is part of Vietnam’s sweeping graft crackdown, dubbed “Blazing Furnace”.

SGX derivatives volume up in March on record commodity, forex activity The bourse operator on Friday (Apr 12) attributed the rise in volume to record trading activity in commodity and foreign exchange (forex) derivatives…

The second Sustainability Impact Awards are now accepting nominations till 15 May 2024. The Business Times and UOB are seeking individuals and enterprises who are leading the way in sustainability in Singapore, contribut…

#Brunch: Nuclear power debate heats up in South-east Asia This clean but controversial energy source could be part of the region’s future.

MAS stands pat at April monetary policy review, as expected Policy parameters are likely to be maintained in 2024, economists agree.

Singapore, France to work at elevating ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Both countries have also launched a year-long initiative to highlight cooperation on sustainability.

Small-cap Singapore stocks lag large-cap counterparts as high interest rates take their toll High interest rates have exacerbated the flailing performance of the Catalist board, the home of small-cap stocks, while boosti…

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Singapore economy grows 2.7% year on year in Q1, but just 0.1% sequentially Both year-on-year and quarter-on-quarter growth were also below economists’ expectations in a Bloomberg poll.

Indonesia’s US$2.5 billion Singapore-inspired oasis to woo tourists, transform Jakarta’s north coast The grand project called Tropical Coastland – one of Indonesia’s recently unveiled 14 national projects to galvanise ac…

Vietnam tycoon sentenced to death in US$12 billion fraud case Truong My Lan, the chairwoman of real estate developer Van Thinh Phat Holdings Group, was found guilty of embezzlement, bribery and violations of banking rule…

South-east Asia to drive growth in developing Asia, offset China’s slowdown: ADB Inflation across South-east Asia is expected to cool on the lagged effects of tight monetary policy.

Latest Singapore 6-month T-bill cut-off yield falls to 3.75% Demand for the latest tranche increased, with the total amount applied rising to S$16 billion, from S$15.6 billion applied in the previous tranche.

OCBC, Lion Global to launch Apac financial sector-focused ETF Called the Lion-OCBC Securities Apac Financials Dividend Plus ETF, the fund marks OCBC’s fourth ETF launched in less than four years.

Money laundering accused slapped with 6 new charges for forgery, lying to CAD Among the new charges, Wang Baosen faces one for allegedly possessing nearly S$600,000 in benefits of criminal conduct in an HSBC bank account…

Temasek seeks opportunities in energy transition with opening of new Paris office Temasek is seeking to deepen its presence in Europe and ride on trends such as the transition towards clean energy.

S$910 million Far East Shopping Centre deal falls through after URA rejects redevelopment proposal The Business Times understands that the deal came undone as the buyer – Glory Property Developments – had failed to get a…

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