Other Briefings
Singapore Launches Fortitude Budget: Salient Features
Singapore launched its latest stimulus package valued at US$23 billion to dampen the economic impact of the virus.
Singapore Launches Fast Track Patent Program
Singapore’s SG Patent Fast track Program aims to approve patent applications in as quickly as six months.
Singapore Eases COVID-19 Lockdown: What Businesses Can Operate?
Singapore began easing its lockdown measures on May 5, 2020, by allowing certain businesses to operate.
Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower Revises Rules on Hiring Foreign Employees
On March 3, 2020, Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower announced new rules on the hiring of foreign employees. These were enacted May 1, 2020.
Singapore’s COVID-19 Temporary Measures Act Provides Legal Basis for Force Majeure
The COVID-19 Temporary Measures Act provides relief for businesses unable to fulfil their contractual obligations.
Singapore Issues Third COVID-19 Stimulus Package
On April 6, 2020, the Singaporean government issued its third stimulus package valued at S$5.1 billion (US$3.6 billion) to battle the COVID-19 pandemic.
Singapore’s ACRA Enhances Online Services During COVID-19 Lockdown
Singapore’s Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) has provided several measures to improve its online services during the lockdown.
Singapore Announces Second COVID-19 Stimulus Package: Salient Features
The Singaporean government launched its second stimulus package to counter the economic fallout of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Read on to learn more.
Singapore Issues Advice for Businesses amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower has issued several measures that could impact how businesses operate in the country.
Singapore’s Variable Capital Companies: Key Features
On January 15, 2020, the government launched the Variable Capital Company, a new corporate structure for all types of collective investment schemes.
