Singapore

Singapore’s GDP Grew by 5.7 Per Cent

Singapore's economy grew 5.7 per cent in Q2 2026, a little slower than the previous quarter, as manufacturing boomed while chemicals took a hit.

Woodlands Gateway

Woodlands is getting a huge new transport hub linking Singapore to Malaysia, with shops, offices and over 25,000 jobs by around 2030.

New Cycling Network Will Link Five Heartland Towns by 2028

Five heartland towns will be linked by 90 kilometres of sheltered, dedicated cycling paths by 2028, aiming to shift short car trips to bicycles and ease peak-hour congestion.

Hawker Stall Rental Rebate Scheme Gets a Targeted Refresh

Hawker stall rental rebates are being rejigged to give newer stallholders and those in quieter centres more help, while established stalls in busy spots get less.

Public Libraries Trial Late-Night Study Hours During Exam Season

Four regional libraries will stay open until midnight on weekdays during exam season, testing whether late-night study seats can ease the squeeze on students and shift workers.

Coastal Flood Defences Begin Construction Along the Eastern Shoreline

Construction has begun on Singapore's first visible coastal flood defences along the eastern shoreline, combining raised promenades and tidal gates to protect low-lying areas from rising seas.

New Flat Prices Move Toward an Income-Linked Model

A pilot scheme will tie the price of some new public flats to buyers' incomes, marking a shift from the usual location-and-size pricing model.