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• 💼 Budget 2026 Surprise: Singapore Kicks Off White-Collar AI Training with Law & Accounting Singapore's Budget 2026 prioritizes AI upskilling initiatives, targeting legal and accounting sectors first. The plan aims to future-proof jobs, with training commencing in January 2026, led by the Ministry of Manpower.
• 🌏 Korea Travel Fair 2026 Arrives: Singapore hosts travel deals, K-food & K-beauty, plus a celebrity guest! The Korea Travel Fair 2026 takes place in Singapore from March 18 to 20. Features include exclusive travel deals, popular Korean food and beauty products, and a special appearance by Korean actor Ji Chang-wook.
• 💰 Budget 2026 Injects Another S$1.5 Billion Into SGX. Are Singapore Mid-Cap Stocks About to Surge? Singapore's 2026 budget, presented on March 3rd, allocates S$1.5 billion to enhance Singapore Exchange's competitiveness. Finance Minister Lawrence Wong anticipates bolstering mid-cap stocks, enhancing liquidity, and attracting foreign investments.
• 🌟 Budget 2026 Boosts SGX with S$1.5 Billion Injection: Potential Surge in Singapore Mid-Cap Stocks On October 21, 2025, Singapore's government announced a S$1.5 billion injection into the Singapore Exchange (SGX) under the Budget 2026 plan. This initiative aims to bolster liquidity and support mid-cap companies like Sembcorp Marine and Keppel Corporation, potentially driving stock surges. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong emphasized enhancing Singapore's financial sector and boosting investor confidence.
• 🚗 PARF Reduction's Impact: Singapore's Car Market Faces Potential Shift In a discussion on "CNA938 Rewind" dated October 17, 2023, experts Andy Zheng and Lily Tan explore how changes in Singapore's Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) could alter the car market landscape. They delve into the possible effects on car prices and ownership costs, analyzing the role of government policies in shaping transportation. The talk reflects on Singapore's unique challenges and potential shifts in consumer behavior amid policy adjustments.
• 💼 Bank Of Singapore Appoints Alice Langley as Customised Solutions Head Alice Langley has been appointed as the new Head of Customised Solutions at Bank of Singapore, effective October 1, 2023. Langley, with extensive industry experience, will enhance client service offerings.
• 📈 Singapore’s Key Exports Surge: January Sees 9.3% Increase Driven by Electronics In January 2023, Singapore’s key exports, particularly electronics, surged by 9.3%. This growth was largely attributed to robust global demand for semiconductors and related components. This export boost marked a significant improvement from previous months, bolstering Singapore's economic outlook.
• 📈 Singapore's Export Surge: January Shipments Climb 9.3% as Electronics Lead the Charge In January 2023, Singapore's key exports surged by 9.3%, driven primarily by a substantial increase in electronics shipments. This export boost highlights the continued strength of the country's electronics sector.
• 🔍 **'Ultra-left' Accusations in France: Youth's Killing Sparks National Shock** On November 24, 2022, in the town of Sainte-Soline, France, a clash between police and protesters led to the death of 21-year-old Jacques Martin. Authorities are investigating the involvement of ultra-left groups. French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin has faced scrutiny, and protests demanding justice have emerged nationwide.
• 📈 Electronics Boom: January Exports Surge by 9.3% Singapore's electronic exports surged by 19% in January 2023, as reported by Enterprise Singapore. Significant growth was noted in semiconductor shipments, contributing to an overall non-oil export rise of 9.3% compared to the previous year.
• 🗳️ Nepal's Political Turn: Over 300 parties vie for power in upcoming elections. On October 27, 2023, Nepal gears up for elections with 136 parties competing, including notable leaders like Sher Bahadur Deuba and Pushpa Kamal Dahal. A pivotal event following significant political instability.
• 📢 Nepal Kicks Off First Post-Uprising Election Campaigns Political parties in Nepal, including the Nepali Congress and CPN-UML, initiated their campaigns for the upcoming national elections scheduled for November 2023. This marks the first polls since 2006's democracy restoration following a Maoist uprising.
• 📈 Bernard Heng Takes Charge: Bank of Singapore Appoints New Head of Customised Solutions Bernard Heng was appointed as the Head of Customised Solutions at the Bank of Singapore. He will be overseeing the creation of tailored financial products and reporting directly to Johan Jooste, effective from 20th October 2023.
• 🌟 China Issues Casino Warning: Following a visitor's death, the Chinese Embassy advises against gambling at Marina Bay Sands casino. China's Embassy in Singapore warns nationals to avoid Marina Bay Sands Casino after a Chinese visitor's suicide on September 1, 2023, allegedly due to gambling debts. The embassy cited concerns over gambling-related risks and requested that citizens avoid such activities. This advisory aims to prevent future incidents and highlights the potential dangers associated with gambling. The warning comes amid increasing scrutiny of the social impacts of gambling in the region.
• 📉 Singapore Paincare's Financial Struggles: Company Reports Net Loss Amid Rising Staff Costs Singapore Paincare Holdings faces a significant net loss of $1.9 million in its financial reports ending 30 June 2023, primarily attributed to escalating staff expenses and heightened operating costs.
• 💰 ISCA's Strategic Move: $3M Fund Allocated Amid 98% Industry Disruption Forecast The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) plans to allocate $3 million to tackle expected industry disruptions, with 98% of members predicting changes. Initiatives include advanced data analytics training.
• 🏢 Amova Sets Eyes on Emerging Singapore Sectors as MAS Broadens EQDP Amova Investment Management is focusing on new Singapore sectors after the Monetary Authority of Singapore expanded its Enhanced-Qualified Domestic Partnership (EQDP) program in October 2023, enabling greater access to international markets for local firms.
• 📈 Singapore Shares Flat as Markets Brace for Lunar New Year Pause Singapore’s Straits Times Index closed largely unchanged on January 27, 2023, with investors keeping a cautious stance ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday break, leading to subdued market activity.
• 🚆 Chinese New Year Insights: Lawrence Wong Visits SMRT Bishan Depot and NTUC FairPrice On January 22, 2023, Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong visited SMRT's Bishan Depot, engaging with staff on operational excellence. He later attended an NTUC FairPrice event, praising their commitment to affordable groceries.
• 🐴 Retail Price Stability: Retailers resist price increases during the Year of the Horse despite economic pressures, maintaining consumer trust. In January 2026, Singaporean retailers, including NTUC FairPrice, opted to maintain prices, avoiding increases despite inflation. CEO Seah Kian Peng emphasized commitment to affordability during a press conference on January 4, 2026.

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