Buisness in Singapore

Singapore overtakes San Francisco to become the world’s top startup hub

How Singapore became a leading maritime power According to HubSpot’s 2025 Hypergrowth Startup Index, Singapore has surpassed San Francisco as the world’s leading hub for startup growth. The city-state’s meteoric rise in the global startup ecosystem reflects a broader shift toward Asia as a growing center of innovation fueled by foreign investment, government incentives and […]

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Aspire receives licence from MAS, ready to launch support product for SMEs

Singapore urges businesses to act as climate rules tighten Aspire has received a Capital Markets Services (CMS) licence from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), which will allow it to launch a new investment solutions created specifically for startups and growing businesses.   The upcoming product, Aspire Yield, will be introduced in the second quarter

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Singapore helps SMEs expand overseas with salary support program

Singapore and Thailand advance digital economic ties Singapore is helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) expand overseas by covering salary and allowance costs for employees posted abroad, aiming to build a globally competitive workforce while reducing financial burdens on businesses.   Under the Overseas Markets Immersion Programme, eligible SMEs can receive up to 70% salary

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How Singapore became a leading maritime power

New EnterpriseSG office to assist SMEs with regulatory issues Singapore’s transformation from a colonial trading post to a global maritime powerhouse is a testament to its continuous strategic vision, adaptability and relentless pursuit of growth. As the city-state marks 60 years of independence, its shipping sector has expanded and outpaced traditional maritime hubs like London,

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Singapore urges businesses to act as climate rules tighten

New changes have been introduced to the S Pass and work permit policies Singapore urges businesses to accelerate climate transition efforts as regulatory requirements tighten and global markets demand sustainability. Officials warn that companies delaying action may struggle to compete in an increasingly carbon-conscious economy.   Speaking at the Singapore Business Federation Dialogue, the country’s

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Singapore and Thailand advance digital economic ties

Singapore and Thailand advance digital economic ties

Singapore-Kazakhstan investment agreement to enhance business sector from March 1 Singapore and Thailand continue to strengthen their economic ties. On March 14, at the 7th Economic Ministerial Meeting, enterprises and trade associations from the two countries signed five memorandums of cooperation, mainly in the digital economy. The agreements aim to develop e-commerce, fintech and digital

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New EnterpriseSG office to assist SMEs with regulatory issues

Singapore and Uzbekistan expand business ties to support SME growth Singapore’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) will soon receive new support to help them navigate regulatory issues. The Ministry of Trade and Industry has announced the launch of the Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises Pro-Enterprise Office (SME PEO), which will begin operations on March 26 under

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New changes have been introduced to the S Pass and work permit policies

Singapore emerges as a top choice for global business travelers Singapore is changing its foreign workforce policies to give businesses greater flexibility while maintaining local employment priorities. The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has announced a series of adjustments that will impact work permit holders, S Pass applicants, and employers hiring from abroad. These changes mark

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Singapore-Kazakhstan investment agreement to enhance business sector from March 1

ANEXT Bank was awarded the best digital bank in Singapore A new trade and investment agreement between Singapore and Kazakhstan, effective March 1st, 2025, is expected to create more business opportunities for companies in both countries. The Kazakhstan-Singapore Services and Investment (S&I) Agreement will improve market access, streamline regulations, and strengthen economic ties between the

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Singapore and Uzbekistan expand business ties to support SME growth

Singapore companies to receive funding support as part of Budget 2025 Uzbekistan cooperates with Singapore, one of the world’s leading business hubs, to strengthen the SME sector. The two countries are working together on a series of strategic initiatives, ranging from digital transformation and startup incubation to green economy practices and water conservation.   On

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