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Zero tariffs on pharma exports being discussed in S’pore-US trade talks: Gan Kim Yong
At the same time, Singapore is deepening ties with other trading partners, such as fellow Asean member states.
Trump to keep 30% China tariffs through late 2025: Analysts
US levies on Chinese products imposed this year will likely hold at 30 per cent through late 2025.
Changes to S’pore Economic Resilience Taskforce members possible after Cabinet reshuffle: DPM Gan
JTC to reclaim about 49ha land off Lorong Halus to meet future demand
The new land, roughly the size of 11 Padang fields, has been designated for industrial and special purposes.
Nearly 18,000 people caught for possession and use of vapes over 15 months: HSA, MOH
During the 15-month period, 101 people were caught during checks at air, land and sea checkpoints.
Haunting last words: Ailing Malaysian vaper dies days after warning others to kick the habit
He is seen in a TikTok video holding a surgical bag containing abscess fluid drained from his lungs.
Facebook user apologises, deletes defamatory posts on Ong Ye Kung, Chee Hong Tat and Ng Chee Meng
The Facebook user said that he has deleted the offending posts and apologised to all three men.
Singapore’s youth use AI every day – but most don’t know what it’s really doing
A study found that despite their increasing use of AI, Gen Z often overestimates its understanding of AI.
Maid charged after she allegedly ill-treated a baby on at least 21 occasions
K-pop stars 2NE1, Taemin and Minho from Shinee to headline Waterbomb Singapore 2025
The water music festival returns for a second year and will take place at Siloso Beach on Aug 30 and 31.