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The case for an Exim bank for Singapore

Amid global trade challenges, Singapore is urged to establish an Export-Import (Exim) Bank, as proposed jointly by KPMG and SBF.

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The listed companies on SGX are required to prepare climate reports starting from FY2025

Starting FY2025, all companies listed on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) must prepare climate reports, as mandated by local reporting standards, stated Minister for Transport and Second Minister for Finance Chee Hong Tat.

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Simpler government tender category among moves to improve ease of doing business

The government is launching the Tender Lite category in April 2024 to simplify transactions with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), making it easier for them to participate in tenders valued at up to S$1 million.

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Budget 2024 debate: Mark Lee on a conducive environment for business competitiveness

Nominated Member of Parliament (NMP) and SBF Council member<strong> </strong>Mark Lee urged the government to collaborate with industry associations to develop and improve sustainable development plans, assisting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in advancing sustainability efforts.

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Budget 2024 debate: Neil Parekh Nimil Rajnikant on well-balanced and prudent Budget

Budget 2024, as spoken by Nominated Member of Parliament (NMP) and SBF Council member Neil Parekh, supports businesses by managing rising costs, offering tax rebates, and enhancing financing schemes. 

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Singapore SMEs need MNC contracts to escape ‘the small size trap’ (Op-ed)

The Partnerships for Capability Transformation (Pact) scheme extension facilitates collaboration between multinational corporations (MNCs) and local SMEs, crucial for SMEs' growth.

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