Why it matters: The drop pushed natural increase down to 3,365 as deaths edged up, deepening pressure from Singapore’s aging population.
Why it matters: The 50-km link is due online in September and is meant to support data centers, cloud services and AI-driven cross-border business.
Why it matters: Singapore is keeping channels with Moscow open through ASEAN even as its sanctions over the Ukraine war remain in place.
What's new: S$85 million goes to PUB under the RIE2030 plan, including a used-water plant due for development in 2027.
What's new: The two tanks hold about 22 Olympic-sized pools of treated water and are set to start operating this year.
What's new: MAS will launch vaulting by October, scrap a 5% cap on physical precious metals and let six banks clear trades.
What's new: SGX plans Loco Singapore clearing by year-end, while MAS will start vaulting services for foreign central banks in October.
Why it matters: The aid was moved up from January 2027 to June as Middle East turmoil threatens to lift imported costs and inflation.
Why it matters: The payout was moved up by about six months as officials brace for higher imported costs linked to the Middle East crisis.
Why it matters: The expansion more than doubles local cleanroom capacity and is expected to add 1,000 jobs as AI chip demand rises.