SINGAPORE – For only the second time in Singapore’s history, a Constitutional Commission was appointed in February. Its task was to review specific aspects of the Elected Presidency (EP).
Half a century ago, a similar commission was set up as a newborn…
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After historic process, participants take stock of EP panel’s proposals
S’pore must take M’sia’s water woes seriously
The commentary “How Johor’s growing water woes could affect Singapore” (Sept 15) highlighted the precarious and serious water situation, which most Singaporeans are probably not aware of.
Water as a commodity has been taken for granted as it is readily…
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The Big Read: After historic process, participants take stock of EP panel’s proposals
SINGAPORE – For only the second time in Singapore’s history, a Constitutional Commission was appointed in February. Its task was to review specific aspects of the Elected Presidency (EP).
Half a century ago, a similar commission was set up as a newborn…
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Internal phones among updates lifts need, says BCA
SINGAPORE – An interlocking switch to ensure that lifts stop moving immediately when the doors are open, and a system that protects against unintended lift car movements, are among some features that the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) has…
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Bleak jobs outlook will persist, Government warns
SINGAPORE – Warning that the bleak jobs situation will persist in the coming months – with the prospect of more lay-offs on the horizon – Government leaders on Friday (Sept 16) assured workers that efforts to redesign jobs and match displaced employees to…
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In Asia’s eyes, world economy not in a funk, says Tharman
SINGAPORE – The world economy is not in a pessimistic state, but the present narrative talks itself into believing that the global economic situation is in “a funk”, Deputy Prime Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam said on Friday (Sept 16) at The Singapore Summit…
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Indonesians declare S$12.2b of Singapore assets under tax amnesty
Only a small proportion – 14.1 trillion rupiah, or about 12 per cent – of the assets held in Singapore has been repatriated, said Indonesia’s Ministry of Finance.
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Enough jobs in Singapore; Govt helping create better jobs: Lim Swee Say
The Government is helping industries to transform their business models to create better jobs, said the Manpower Minister, who also hopes to develop virtual career fairs as the main platform to match PMET jobseekers with suitable jobs.
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Elected Presidency review: MPs respond to proposed changes
Tightening the qualifying criteria for Presidential candidates from the private sector, and holding reserved elections were among the recommendations MPs felt were most significant.
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Isetan Scotts: Sanrio Mini Town Fair at Shaw House from 17 – 29 Sep 2016
Sanrio fans, don”t miss this!
Isetan Scotts: Sanrio Mini Town Fair at Shaw House from 17 – 29 Sep 2016
Isetan Scotts will be having a Sanrio Mini Town fair from 17 Sep to 29 Sep at Shaw House. Receive a mystery gift with minimum $200 nett purchase in a single receipt
