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November 18, 2021

960 Rochor BTO Flats Launched Under Prime Area Model

Owners will have to pay 6% subsidy clawback when they sell for first time on open market

960 Rochor BTO Flats Launched Under Prime Area Model

3 mins

S'pore Easing Covid-19 Measures Step By Step To Avoid U-Turns, Human Cost

Republic trying to reach end point without paying high price, says PM Lee

S'pore Easing Covid-19 Measures Step By Step To Avoid U-Turns, Human Cost

3 mins

There Can't Be Victor In US-China Rivalry Without Harming Humanity: Kissinger

While the United States and China view each other as technological and economic competitors, both sides must realise that a victor is not possible without risking the destruction of humanity.

3 mins

China Vows More Reform, Opening Up To Foreign Investment

China and the world must work together to boost global economic growth, Vice-President Wang Qishan said, vowing that Beijing will continue opening up more to foreign investment at a time when more countries are raising barriers over national security concerns.

China Vows More Reform, Opening Up To Foreign Investment

1 min

US Won't Join Trans-Pacific Trade Pact But Will Pursue Specific Tie-Ups

The United States will not join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) now for various reasons, but it is pursuing other partnerships with its allies in specific areas such as supply chains.

US Won't Join Trans-Pacific Trade Pact But Will Pursue Specific Tie-Ups

3 mins

Labour Movement Must Transform Itself To Tackle Job Challenges: DPM

The labour movement will have to transform itself to tackle present and future concerns about jobs, Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat said yesterday.

Labour Movement Must Transform Itself To Tackle Job Challenges: DPM

2 mins

Transition To Next-Gen ERP Delayed By Global Chip Shortage

Roll-out last planned for end-2021 will now happen in second half of 2023

Transition To Next-Gen ERP Delayed By Global Chip Shortage

2 mins

Over 670,000 Seniors Covered In Outreach Efforts On Vaccination

Seniors who are keen on getting vaccinated but have difficulties doing so can seek help from the Agency for Integrated Care (AIC), as part of its efforts to protect the high-risk group against Covid-19.

Over 670,000 Seniors Covered In Outreach Efforts On Vaccination

2 mins

China, US To Ease Visa Restrictions For Journalists

Both sides also agree to work towards arms control talks; China to facilitate travel for US businessmen

China, US To Ease Visa Restrictions For Journalists

3 mins

China Presses On With Moves To Replace Foreign Technology

Push to appoint local suppliers part of Beijing’s bid to exert control over industry

China Presses On With Moves To Replace Foreign Technology

2 mins

Covid-19 Can Be Endemic In America By Next Spring: Fauci

But to achieve that, a lot more people must be vaccinated and get booster shots, he says

Covid-19 Can Be Endemic In America By Next Spring: Fauci

3 mins

Games City Beijing Implements Strict Curbs For Visitors

Strict new Covid-19 restrictions came into force in Beijing yesterday for visitors to the Chinese capital, requiring negative tests and dramatically cutting domestic flights as the city raises the drawbridge against the coronavirus ahead of the Winter Olympics.

Games City Beijing Implements Strict Curbs For Visitors

2 mins

FedEx To Close Hong Kong Crew Base Over Quarantine Measures

Global delivery giant FedEx said yesterday it is closing its crew base in Hong Kong and relocating pilots overseas because of the city’s strict anti-coronavirus measures.

FedEx To Close Hong Kong Crew Base Over Quarantine Measures

2 mins

German Christmas Markets In Limbo As Infections Surge

Stallholders dependent on festive sales awaiting news on whether they can operate

German Christmas Markets In Limbo As Infections Surge

2 mins

Philippine Group Seeks To Bar Marcos Jr From Presidential Race

It files petition citing his conviction for tax evasion over 20 years ago

Philippine Group Seeks To Bar Marcos Jr From Presidential Race

2 mins

PM Ismail Seen Betting On Feuding Factions To Reunite

It has been more than a week since the Melaka election campaign began, but Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has made just one visit so far to the state that is less than a two-hour drive from his seat of power in Putrajaya.

PM Ismail Seen Betting On Feuding Factions To Reunite

3 mins

Russia ‘Patient' After Green Light For Pipeline Is Delayed

German regulator says approval process of Nord Stream 2 suspended over legal hurdle

Russia ‘Patient' After Green Light For Pipeline Is Delayed

2 mins

Misinformation Online Worsens Public Health: Report

It also results in slower response to climate change and undermining of democracy

Misinformation Online Worsens Public Health: Report

2 mins

One-Stop Dashboard For Businesses To Apply For Licences, Grants

Aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners will soon find it easier to register their businesses and apply for licences and grants.

One-Stop Dashboard For Businesses To Apply For Licences, Grants

2 mins

HSA Clinches Pro-Enterprise Award For Its Work During Pandemic

The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) not only adapted regulations swiftly to allow Singapore prompt access to essential products like test kits and vaccines during the Covid-19 pandemic, but also swiftly licensed 26 local mask-manufacturing facilities to ensure supply for the local population and other countries.

HSA Clinches Pro-Enterprise Award For Its Work During Pandemic

2 mins

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