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Trump says Taiwan agrees to buy 30% of LNG from Alaska pipeline project

Trump says Taiwan agrees to buy 30% of LNG from Alaska pipeline project

Trump says Taiwan agreed to buy 30% of LNG from Alaska's pipeline project; Taiwan committed $4.4 billion, but terms remain unclear and Taipei gave no immediate confirmation.

New grant to help Singapore critical services providers, others prepare for quantum threats

New grant to help Singapore critical services providers, others prepare for quantum threats

Singapore launches Quantum-Safe Kickstarter Grant to help firms, especially critical infrastructure, test defenses against quantum computers.

MAS keeps monetary policy on hold after tightening twice this year

MAS keeps monetary policy on hold after tightening twice this year

MAS left monetary policy unchanged, contrary to expectations, and narrowed its 2026 core inflation forecast to 1.5-2%, citing easing inflationary pressures ahead.

MAS keeps Singdollar appreciation rate unchanged but warns of elevated inflation

MAS keeps Singdollar appreciation rate unchanged but warns of elevated inflation

MAS kept Singapore dollar policy unchanged, warning war-driven energy costs will keep inflation elevated into 2027, as it maintains currency appreciation to curb imported inflation.

SoftBank junk bond sale raises stakes for CEO Son’s all-in AI bet

SoftBank junk bond sale raises stakes for CEO Son’s all-in AI bet

SoftBank's record $11 billion junk bond sale pressures CEO Masayoshi Son to prove his huge AI bet pays off, as investors weigh high risks and concentration.

Singapore's economy grows 5.4% in Q3, down from 6.2% in previous quarter: Advance estimates

Singapore's economy grows 5.4% in Q3, down from 6.2% in previous quarter: Advance estimates

Singapore's GDP grew 5.4% in Q3 2026, down from 6.2% in Q2, METI advance estimates show. Manufacturing rose 7.5%, construction 8.8%; analysts upgraded full-year forecasts.

Singapore’s GDP grew by 5.4% in third quarter of 2026

Singapore’s GDP grew by 5.4% in third quarter of 2026

Singapore's GDP grew 5.4% in Q3 2026, moderating from 6.2%. Manufacturing rose 7.5%, construction 8.8%. Full data due in November.

Regional haze: Malaysia’s school closures leave parents frazzled as exams draw near

Regional haze: Malaysia’s school closures leave parents frazzled as exams draw near

Malaysia’s haze closures disrupt schooling before exams, leaving parents stressed over uncertain reopening, limited devices and e-learning gaps. Experts urge device loans and flexible work.

Commentary: The other aspect of property wealth tax that Singapore should be discussing

Commentary: The other aspect of property wealth tax that Singapore should be discussing

Singapore should debate taxing property gains created collectively by public investment, not just inherited wealth, to balance meritocracy, competitiveness, and fairness.

Commentary: Is there a case for reversing Brexit?

Commentary: Is there a case for reversing Brexit?

Growing political, economic and strategic momentum favors reversing Brexit, though rejoining the EU faces formidable obstacles and requires both sides to see a common interest.

Low rates may weigh on Singdollar after MAS policy hold

Low rates may weigh on Singdollar after MAS policy hold

MAS held policy, possibly making the Singdollar a regional funding currency on low rates, though some analysts remain bullish on its resilience.

Why a remote Philippine island chain near Taiwan is drawing China’s attention

Why a remote Philippine island chain near Taiwan is drawing China’s attention

China is pressuring the Philippines over Batanes, a strategic island chain near Taiwan, amid fears Manila’s US and Japan defense ties could affect a Taiwan conflict.