Technology

MAS will ensure ‘fair hiring practices’ in the financial services sector and create opportunities for Singaporeans: Ong Ye Kung

[ad_1] SINGAPORE: The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) will ensure fair recruitment opportunities while preparing Singaporeans as leaders and specialists in the financial services sector, Transport Minister Ong Ye Kung said on Tuesday (September 1). Mr. Ong, who is also a member of the MAS board, cited concerns that some …

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Coronavirus: Singapore and Brunei Launch Greenway for Essential Travel, Apps Open September 1, Featured Singapore News and Stories

[ad_1] SINGAPORE – Essential travel between Brunei and Singapore has been made possible by both countries’ agreements to establish Reciprocal Green Lane (RGL) facilities at both ends. Applications open on Tuesday (September 1), and travelers must observe some restrictions, including controlled itineraries, a negative Covid-19 test before travel, and a …

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New Rolex 2020 Model Launch Information

[ad_1] Swiss luxury watchmaker Rolex has just unveiled all of its new models for 2020, giving some of its most iconic timepieces welcome performance upgrades while dressing up other classics with fresh new colors and refreshing straps. The highlight of the announcements is undoubtedly the new range of Submariners that …

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More than 13,000 training places for employees of the most affected aerospace sector; Another 35,000 workers took advantage of the support, transportation news and stories highlights

[ad_1] SINGAPORE – Aerospace workers, hard hit by the Covid-19 pandemic, will now be able to access more training courses with higher rates of subsidies. More than 13,000 training places will be made available to the sector in about 100 courses. The training will cover topics such as aircraft maintenance, …

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China calls on Europe to unite against ‘extremist’ US forces

[ad_1] China has called on Europe to jointly confront US “extremist forces” pushing for decoupling as Washington tries to build a transatlantic alliance against Beijing. In a reprimand of US President Donald Trump’s “America First” slogan, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told an audience in Paris on Sunday that “we …

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Parliament: Hold Singaporeans Over Foreigners If Downsizing Needed, Urges Gan Siow Huang, Politics News & Top Stories

[ad_1] SINGAPORE – Employers should view Singaporeans favorably when hiring and retaining citizens over foreigners if downsizing cannot be avoided, said Minister of State for Manpower and Education Gan Siow Huang. Having a strong Singaporean presence in a company also enhances the company’s resilience at a time when border controls …

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Joint effort, technology to prosecute white collar crimes: AGC, Courts & Crime News & Top Stories

[ad_1] While the misuse of technology can lead to millions being stolen with a few keystrokes, updated technology has also helped prosecutors find the proverbial needle in the haystack or digital evidence. In addition to staying abreast of cutting-edge technology, prosecutors at the Attorney General’s Office (AGC), in complex cases, …

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