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SINGAPORE – The Internal Security Department (ISD) has announced a series of engagement sessions aimed at migrant workers following concerns raised over an illegal and extremist sermon conducted by Bangladeshi preacher Amir Hamza earlier this month. The sessions are part of a broader effort to counter extremist and segregationist ideologies that may have been propagated […]

Internal Security Department to engage migrant workers following extremist sermon incident

CIVICUS has rated Singapore as “repressed,” citing ongoing restrictions on civic space. The use of laws like POFMA and the Public Order Act continues to target dissent, peaceful protests, and press freedom, while new legislation such as FICA and the Racial Harmony Bill raise further concerns over human rights.

CIVICUS Monitor labels Singapore as ‘repressed’ for crackdown on civic freedoms

In the 2023 Presidential Election, Mr. Tharman Shanmugaratnam secured a stunning 70.4% landslide victory, surprising many, including himself. 
Despite expectations that TKL would win the opposition votes, voters from both camps showed a preference for Tharman’s charisma and perceived competency.
As Singapore reflects on the outcome, questions arise about the election’s fairness and the real implications of Tharman’s dominant win.

Election surprises and certainties: Dissecting Tharman’s presidential win

National Development Minister Desmond Lee revealed that nearly 90% of buyers with LTV ratios above 75% purchased 4-room or larger HDB flats, paying S$20,000 to S$60,000 more. He assured that lower-income families would not be impacted by the LTV cut, as the Enhanced CPF Housing Grant would offset the reduction.

90% of buyers with LTV ratios above 75% purchased 4-room or larger HDB flats, reveals Desmond Lee

Singapore’s Suspicious Transaction Reporting Office (STRO) has requested asset information on the S Alam Group, according to Bangladeshi media reports. This inquiry follows recent allegations of financial misconduct and undisclosed holdings abroad.

Bangladesh media outlets report Singapore’s request for S Alam Group’s asset details

Two workers died on 17 September following a heavy machinery accident at a North-South Corridor site on Lentor Avenue. According to LTA, the workers were assembling a winch drum when it slipped, injuring four people. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.

Two workers killed in North-South Corridor worksite accident

Morgan Stanley’s role as financial advisor for Allianz’s purchase of Income Insurance raises concerns due to Mr Ronald Ong’s dual roles as Chairman of Income and a high-ranking executive at Morgan Stanley. 
The post Concerns over conflict of interest and corporate governance arise in Income’s sale to Allianz appeared first on Gutzy Asia.

Concerns over conflict of interest and corporate governance arise in Income’s sale to Allianz

MALAYSIA: The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has announced the cancellation of its Merdeka Eve 2024 celebration, originally scheduled for the night of 30 August at Dataran Merdeka. The decision follows a series of tragic incidents in and around Kuala Lumpur. In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, DBKL explained that the ‘Sambutan […]

KL City Hall cancels National Day event following sinkhole incident

SINGAPORE: A 40-year-old Bangladeshi construction worker tragically lost his life after being struck by a steel frame at a worksite in Pioneer. The incident occurred at 14 Benoi Sector on 16 August at 4 p.m. during a crane lifting operation. The details were initially shared on the Facebook page Safety Watch – SG, which reported […]

Bangladeshi worker dies after being struck by steel frame at Pioneer worksite

Pope Francis arrived in Singapore on 11 September, completing his Asia tour. He received a warm welcome from both dignitaries and the public. His visit will feature meetings with leaders, a mass at the National Stadium, and interreligious engagements with local youths.