Other Briefings
Singapore Launches Program to Support Green and Sustainability Linked Loans
The Monetary Authority of Singapore recently launched the world’s first grant scheme to support green and sustainability-linked loans (GSLS).
The Singapore-Hong Kong Travel Bubble: Salient Features
From November 22, 2020, the Singapore-Hong Kong travel bubble will come into effect, allowing short-term visitors to travel between both countries.
Singapore to Issue Tech Pass Visa in 2021: Key Features
Singapore will issue a new work permit in January 2021, named Tech.Pass, aimed at attracting technology entrepreneurs and experts.
Singapore Allows Entry of Travelers from Mainland China
Singapore began allowing short-term visitors from mainland China on November 6, 2020, through its Air Travel Pass (ATP) program.
Planning Your 2021 Investment Budgets: Singapore as a Key Trading Hub in ASEAN
Singapore’s stable legal, tax, and business environment makes the country a key trading hub in ASEAN.
The Indonesia-Singapore Reciprocal Green Lane: Salient Features
Indonesia and Singapore established a ‘green lane’ on October 12, 2020, to facilitate business and official travel between the two countries. Applications were open from October 26.
Why Singapore is a Good Base for Establishing Financial Treasury Centers
Singapore’s investor-friendly tax and legal regimes make the country an ideal destination to establish a financial treasury center.
Singapore Establishes Green Lane with Japan for Essential Travel
Singapore and Japan established a travel corridor on September 18 to facilitate essential business and official travel between the two countries.
Singapore and Brunei Establish Green Lane for Essential Travel
On September 1, 2020, Singapore and Brunei established a green lane for short-term business and official trips between the two countries.
Singapore Increases Qualifying Salaries for Foreign Employees
Singapore’s government has increased the minimum qualifying salaries needed for foreign workers to receive the Employment Pass (EP) and S Pass permits.
