Singapore remains a top global business hub, consistently ranked among the best countries for ease of doing business, as shown in past World Bank reports. With its growing economy, business-friendly …
Singapore Regulatory Update: December 2024
Singapore remained one of the most popular destinations for doing business in 2024. During the year, approximately 53,443 new companies were incorporated, including about 4,400 in December alone. These numbers …
What’s Changed in Singapore Employment Pass Approvals in 2024: A Closer Look
In this blog post, we will explore the recent developments in Employment Pass approvals, evaluating shifts and trends, identifying common rejection reasons, and discussing strategies to enhance approval chances.
Singapore Poised to Lead Southeast Asia in Digital Financial Services and Wealth Management
Singapore stands tall as an unparalleled business destination, boasting an array of advantages that make it an optimal choice for company incorporation. With its strategic location, strong legal framework, and …
MOM toughens family visa rules for intra-corporate transferees
Under recent changes introduced by Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower (MOM), foreign employees of multinational corporations who are posted to the company’s Singapore branch as an intra-corporate transferee and hold an …
China’s Security Law pushes Hong Kong firms to Singapore
On May 28, 2020, the National People’s Congress authorised the drafting and enacting of a national security law for Hong Kong. The law came into effect on 30 June, the …
Residents of Turmoil-ridden Hong Kong seek relief in Singapore
Over the past year, Hong Kong has been roiled by on-going violent protests. The turmoil and its underlying political and economic problems are affecting the business climate of the city. …
Hong Kong’s turmoil, a boon for Singapore as companies consider alternatives
Our original post was published on July 3, 2019 but the situation in Hong Kong continues to deteriorate. Therefore we have updated the post to reflect the latest events in …