Indonesian President Joko Widodo to visit Singapore for leaders’ retreat

“The leaders will discuss strengthening the bilateral partnership in forward-looking areas across the economic, socio-cultural and security spheres,” PMO said in Wednesday’s news release. Mr Lee and Mr Widodo will also witness the exchange of several Memorandums of Understanding signed ahead of the retreat, including in emerging areas such as energy,Continue Reading

Increased buyer’s stamp duty did not deter buyers as new private home sales rise in February: Analysts

SINGAPORE: The increased buyer’s stamp duty for properties of higher value did not deter buyers as new private home sales rose in February, according to property analysts. Excluding executive condominiums (ECs), developers sold 432 units last month, a nearly 10 per cent jump from the 393 units sold in January,Continue Reading