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Global trading system needs reforms: PM Lee
THE global trade system needs reforms to stay relevant, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong told Asean and other world leaders on Wednesday, echoing a criticism that has been voiced by other high-level Singapore officials. […]
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America lays down gauntlet for Asean, Apec summits
THE global spotlight turns to the Asia-Pacific this week, with world leaders from Russia to Australia and India to Canada attending the Asean and Apec summits. With states in attendance accounting for more than 50 per cent of global GDP and nearly […]
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Russian venture investor sees Singapore as springboard to Asia
A RUSSIAN venture investor with US$100 million under management, described as Europe's most active seed fund, has set its sights on Singapore as its gateway to Asia. […]
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China economy shows signs of stabilising in Oct, but pressures remain
CHINA'S economy has shown timid signs it may be bottoming out after the pace of growth dipped in the third quarter with infrastructure and industrial output both picking up in October. […]
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RCEP conclusion delayed due to 'unique challenges': PM Lee
THE much-awaited finalisation of the Asean-led Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) will not materialise by the end of 2018 as initially hoped, confirmed Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong in his opening remarks at the 2nd RCEP Summit on […]