Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on April 17, 2025

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S’pore will help shape a more stable, resilient and inclusive global environment: PM Wong

Singapore can also serve as an incubator for practical ideas and initiatives, he said.

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S’pore’s new task force to address immediate tariff shock, and also plan for the future

It will help businesses and workers in Singapore to cope with the impact.

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Fresh grads, mature workers may face job challenges amid US tariffs: Tan See Leng

An NTUC poll found that 11 per cent of union leaders have heard about possible retrenchments.

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Xi says China stands with S-E Asia to counter ‘unilateralism’, amid US tariffs

He is in the region to shore up economic and trading ties amid a stand-off with the US.

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GE2025: Social entrepreneur among 10 potential candidates featured in PAP video

PM Wong says unity is a precious asset that S’pore must continue to protect and nurture.

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Red Dot United unveils line-up for Jurong East-Bukit Batok GRC, Jurong Central SMC

It will face a PAP team led by Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu.

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First EV fast chargers at open-air HDB carparks in operation

At least 14 more open-air carparks are expected to have fast chargers within the next six months.

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Stocking up on shares? Tread carefully as Trump’s tariff pause has yet to settle, experts warn

His 90-day halt on reciprocal tariffs does not mean things are back to square one, they say.

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Lion City Sailors reach historic Asian Champions League Two final

They will face Emirati side Sharjah FC in the final on May 18.

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Why it’s time S’pore has a Design Museum

It is not just about looking back, but also inspiring new generations to push boundaries, says the writer.

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