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SIA’s quick response to Mid-East flight disruptions temporarily boosted S’pore’s air hub status: IATA

SIA was commended for its quick response in adding more capacity to Asia-Europe routes.

IATA director-general Willie Walsh said the benefits are temporary and will not make a long-term difference because the Gulf hubs will recover once stability is restored in the region.

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Pioneer Generation seniors to receive MediSave top-ups of $300 to $1,200 in July

The top-ups amount to more than $145m in total for over 450,000 seniors born in 1949 or earlier.

The annual Pioneer Generation MediSave top-ups are provided in addition to the annual GST vouchers for eligible Singaporeans aged 65 and above.

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