Following his brief address, Wong also posed for photographs with members of the diverse communities that form Singaporean society.
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Singapore entry points to have contactless immigration clearance for all by end-2024
The ICA had first announced its New Clearance Concept and the Services Centre Next Generation to transform border clearance and the delivery of its immigration and registration services at the 2019 Workplan Seminar.
Indian rapper Badshah, organisers draw flak as concert-goers slam lacklustre Singapore show: “It ended on a very sour note”
As per sources, Badshah charges a whooping INR 1.35 crore (SGD 217,487). With such a low turnout, did the promoter recover the money?
Singapore Tourism Board announces initiatives for more sustainable and impactful MICE industry
STB said it is committed to understanding and reducing carbon and waste emissions in the MICE industry. It has also rolled out a two-pronged approach.
Gan Kim Yong announced as Singapore’s new DPM, to replace Wong as MAS Chairman
Gan will keep his post as the Trade and Industry Minister. Additionally, he will replace the PM-elect as the Chairman of the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
Singapore health ministry to curb rampant issuance of medical certificates, set to amend Healthcare Services Act
The ministry has proposed to amend the Healthcare Services Act and currently seeking feedback from experts. A circular regarding the same was also sent to doctors on April 22, news reports said.
UK officials visit Singapore to learn practices to tackle scams
Singapore has also been actively involved in international platforms to call for greater collaboration in the global fight against scams and fraud. In March 2024, the city-state endorsed a joint communiqué with 10 other countries to signal a high-level commitment to tackle scams at the Global Fraud Summit.
As Singaporean filmmakers chase glory at Cannes Film Festival, here’s what happens at the biggest cinema event
This prestigious film event takes place every year during the month of May for two weeks in the town of Cannes on the Cote d’Azur in France. Started in the year 1946, the festival acknowledges and celebrates the best films of the year. It has become a hub for meeting directors, actors, producers, A-list personalities and celebrities from around the globe.
Porsche Experience Centre to open in Singapore in 2027, says company
The announcement of the new Porsche Experience Centre Singapore was made during the Tourism Industry Conference 2024 by Minister Grace Fu, Singapore’s Minister for Sustainability and the Environment and Minister-in-Charge of Trade Relations.
Three arrested for evading over SGD 700,000 in taxes; Vehicles, more than 6,400 cartons of duty-unpaid cigarettes seized by Customs
In total, 6,470 cartons of duty-unpaid cigarettes, along with the car and lorry used for transportation were seized. The total duty and Goods and Services Tax (GST) evaded amounted to about SGD 701,166. Investigations are ongoing.