Singapore

Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.17%

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India-Singapore CECA at the center of bilateral strategic partnership

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrapped up his two-day state visit to Singapore on November 24th. This year marks the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries, and they have agreed to elevate their ties to a strategic partnership. It is being built upon a framework of agreements that include the 1994 Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTA) and its various protocols, Defense Cooperation Agreements, and the Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA).1

Innovating the business card culture in a Smart Nation

"There are no limits. There are only plateaus, and you must not stay there, you must go beyond them." This is a popular quote by Bruce Lee encouraging continuous improvement of one's self. There is a lot to learn from this quote for businesses in Singapore – first identify your strengths, embrace them, and then figure out how you can improve them.

Transforming service in Singapore's hospitality industry through technology

As you enter into the CBD from Changi Airport, most visitors, myself included, are amazed at the sheer number of quality hotels that dot Singapore's skyline. From the fabled opulence of The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore with its 4,200-piece contemporary art collection, to the smaller but no less luxury boutique properties such as Sofitel So in Telok Ayer, with one of the best rooftop bars in the city.

TTJ Holdings bags contracts worth $16m

For public infrastructure projects.

SMEs clinch $45m fund to counter rampant job-hopping

Even small businesses can be employers of choice.