Singapore

We expect Singapore's trade-dependent economy to slow to 4.0% in 2005, after impressive 8.4% expansion last year as global demand falters amid high oil prices. However, relatively... 2005-10-19

The IMF has warned Sri Lanka on exceeding budget targets and urged tough measures to slash fuel subsidies to salvage the economy.

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong is planning no overhaul of the presidential system, despite the uncontested re-election of incumbent president S.R Nathan to a second six-year term... 2005-10-10

Speculation is growing in Singapore that Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, in power since August 2004, is going to call a general election before the end of the year. But while success... 2005-10-10

Singapore's trade-dependent economy will slow in 2005, after impressive expansion last year, as the downturn in the global economy affects demand for the city-state's key export sector.... 2005-10-10

We expect Singapore's trade-dependent economy to slow to 3.8% after impressive 8.4% expansion in 2004 amid a downturn in global demand. Following the strong growth in the second quarter... 2005-09-19

Singapore's incumbent president, S.R. Nathan, will serve a second six-year term, after three aspiring candidates were disqualified on eligibility grounds. Among the strict requirements... 2005-09-12

Singapore has become an attractive destination for FDI flows due both to its open trade policy and convenient location. BMI View: New regulations on buying property in the city-state... 2005-09-02

We expect growth to moderate to 4.0% this year after an exceptionally high 8.4% expansion in 2004. The slowdown reflects reduced global demand, with non-oil exports moderating. However,... 2005-08-19

Singapore's expansion in the second quarter of 2005 marked an upturn after weak first-quarter growth.