India Mourns Manmohan Singh: A Legacy of Economic Reform and Humility
The passing of Manmohan Singh at the age of 92 has left a significant mark on India, a country he served with distinction as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014.…
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Singapore’s Mega Events: Boosting Tourism Amid Economic Challenges
Singapore is on a roll when it comes to hosting mega events, with plans for an exciting line-up in 2024. This surge in high-profile concerts and gatherings is not just…
Donald Trump Addresses Federal Reserve Chair and BRICS Currency Amidst Controversy
As the political landscape shifts, US President-elect Donald Trump has left many speculating about his intentions regarding key economic figures and policies. On one hand, he has affirmed his plan…
Sri Lanka’s New Leader Commits to IMF Bailout Amid Economic Crisis
In a significant policy shift, Sri Lanka’s recently elected leftist President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has decided to support a controversial IMF bailout programme initially negotiated by his predecessor, Ranil Wickremesinghe.…
Singapore Upgrades Economic Growth Forecast for 2024 Amid Global Concerns
SINGAPORE — Singapore’s economy has surpassed expectations in the third quarter of 2024, prompting the Government to revise its growth forecast upwards to around 3.5 per cent for the year.…
Highlights from Singapore: From Counter-Terrorism Training to G-20 Insights
Singapore’s latest headlines cover a range of topics, from serious counter-terrorism exercises to local culture and community issues. Here’s a recap of the most talked-about stories this week. Counter-Terrorism Exercise…
PM Lawrence Wong Advocates for Trade and Skills Development at G-20 Summit
At the G-20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva launched a global initiative to combat hunger and poverty, with support from over 80 countries,…
Alarm Bells Ring as Global Carbon Emissions Surge, While Luxury Market Faces Downturn
Record High Global CO2 Emissions in 2024 This year’s Global Carbon Budget report, released during the UN’s COP29 climate summit, reveals that global carbon dioxide emissions are projected to reach…
Europe in Flux: Borrell and Draghi Respond to Trump’s Win
As the dust settles from Donald Trump’s recent election victory, key European leaders are rushing to address the potential implications for the continent. EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell and…
Political Turmoil in Germany: Scholz Fires Finance Minister Amid Coalition Crisis
Germany’s political landscape is once again in turmoil as Chancellor Olaf Scholz sacked Finance Minister Christian Lindner of the Free Democrats (FDP) on 6 November 2024, a move that has…
Volkswagen’s Major Restructuring Plans: Thousands of Jobs at Risk
Volkswagen is embarking on a drastic overhaul, with plans to shutter at least three factories in Germany and potentially lay off tens of thousands of staff, according to Daniela Cavallo,…
UK’s Rachel Reeves Advocates Pragmatic Trade Relations with China
In a recent statement at the International Monetary Fund and World Bank meetings in Washington, British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves called for a ‘hard-headed, economic realist’ approach to Britain’s trade…