Singapore proposes a UN framework convention on AI safety
Singapore proposed a UN framework convention on AI safety, calling for global institutions and shared standards to regulate advancing technologies amid superpower rivalry.
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More than optics, Trump-Xi summit has a clear deliverable: Chan Heng Chee
Singapore diplomat Chan Heng Chee noted the Trump-Xi summit delivered a workable relationship, establishing strategic stability to manage US-China rivalry and prevent conflict.
Singapore SMEs set for bigger role as chipmakers localise supply chains: A*Star deputy chief
Singapore SMEs will play a larger role in the semiconductor supply chain as major chipmakers localize sourcing, backed by A*Star initiatives to develop national industry champions.
Taiwan cries foul after Xi presses Trump to change stance on island
Taiwan condemned Chinese President Xi Jinping for urging US President Donald Trump to oppose Taiwanese independence, asserting that the island's future must be determined solely by its democratic people.
Investment alone not enough for ASEAN firms to capture opportunities: Gan Kim Yong
DPM Gan Kim Yong stated that ASEAN businesses must upgrade value chains, build capabilities, and upskill workers, as investment alone is insufficient to capture emerging opportunities.
Health Promotion Board to welcome new chairman from Oct 1
Tan Hee Teck will succeed Wong Kim Yin as the chairman of Singapore's Health Promotion Board for a three-year term starting October 1.
Singapore's core inflation rises to nearly two-year high of 2.2% in August
Singapore's core inflation rose to a nearly two-year high of 2.2% in August, driven by higher costs for services, retail, and food. Overall inflation increased to 2.3%.
China’s purges of top military commanders spur questions about war-waging ability
President Xi Jinping's purges of top military leaders have tightened his control over China's armed forces but raised questions about the country's war-fighting readiness.
AirAsia’s hunt for cheaper debt won’t be easy with US$100 oil
AirAsia struggles to secure cheaper refinancing for its $1 billion debt amid high oil prices, negative cash flow, and mounting liabilities.
Taiwan upgrades maritime patrol capacity for vulnerable South China Sea outpost
Taiwan has upgraded its maritime patrols around the Pratas Islands in the South China Sea, deploying larger vessels and a new patrol boat to counter increased Chinese activity.
Nepal flood victims look to PM Shah to press climate case at UN
Nepali PM Balendra Shah will seek climate justice at the UN General Assembly after devastating floods in Nepal and Tibet killed over 1,400 people.
Xi Jinping arrives in US to muted coverage as TV networks boycott White House press pool
Chinese President Xi Jinping's US arrival received muted coverage as major TV networks boycotted live broadcasts to protest a White House ban on several news outlets.