Plastic bags more eco-friendly than cotton and paper bags for countries like Singapore: study
In a surprise finding, scientists from NTU discovered that plastic bags are more eco-friendly than paper and cotton bags. In the study that was released on Wednesday 14 October, 5 types of bags were evaluated for their environmental impact associated with their production, distribution, transportation, waste collection, treatment and end-of-life disposal. The finding is true […]
5 start-up hubs to watch and it’s not Silicon Valley: World Economic Forum
Singapore is top in the latest Global Competitiveness Report and one of 5 start-up hubs to watch. Driving this competitiveness are concerted efforts by the government implementing various start-up-friendly policies to lure start-ups and talent into Singapore.
Our government is spoiling us and, inevitably, setting themselves up for failure.
From a water-scarce island with no natural aquifers or groundwater to a city with a sustainable supply of water, Singapore has overcome its water challenges by building a robust and diversified supply of water known as the ‘Four National Taps’. The four taps are: local catchment water, imported water, desalinated water and NEWater, Singapore’s brand […]
How we use our fiscal resources is within our control; our guiding principle is prudence, not austerity: Heng Swee Keat
We have not had to borrow because successive generations have built up strong reserves ahead of this crisis. We must have the discipline to start earning, saving, and investing for the future again.
We have worked out the steps to further re-open safely in the coming months: Heng Swee Keat
The trajectory of our economic recovery depends critically on how the world deals with the virus, DPM Heng Swee Keat said in Parliament. A key uncertainty, Mr Heng said, is whether and when a safe and effective vaccine can be developed. Even if a vaccine is developed, the pandemic may not end quickly because the […]
Chan Chun Sing assures foreign business chambers of Singapore’s commitment to being open and connected
In an engaging discussion with key representatives 16 foreign business chambers in a dialogue hosted by Singapore Business Federation, Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing assured participants that Singapore remains committed to being ‘open and connected to the world, and continues to welcome foreign investments and global talent to build the best team to […]
Yipeng is polite, gentle and determined, says his aunt
Li Yipeng, son of PM Lee Hsien Loong, was born on Oct 7, 1982 with Asperger’s Syndrome confounded by Albinism which means he had no pigment on his skin and eyes, and his vision would be impaired. PM Lee Hsien Loong had phoned his father after Yipeng was born to tell him about the baby’s […]
Adjournment Motion? Let’s not play games. Put in a full motion, says Calvin Cheng
If the Parti Liyani’s case is of that much concern to WP and Sylvia Lim, then she should have put in a full motion for a full debate in Parliament, former NMP Calvin Cheng said. What is an Adjournment Motion? “An adjournment motion is when a backbencher wants to speak on something at the END […]
Opportunities for Singaporeans in 5G jobs and skills
Don’t say no jobs ah. Don’t say ‘no training’. The future jobs are here for you and IMDA will train you. What are you waiting for? Go for it now.
CDCs: eyes and ears on the ground, hands and legs to implement programmes
CDCs – or Community Development Councils – often take a low profile, working quietly but steadily to fulfil their mission. But their contributions become vital and more apparent in times of crisis, PM Lee said at the Swearing-In Ceremony of Mayors on 23 September 2020. Take the COVID-19 pandemic for example. The CDCs responded with […]