Singapore's banks have reported stable but modest profits in recent years, but this is coming under threat from low interest rates and a lack of opportunity in an overcrowded market, leading many to consider international expansion. Writer Michelle Price
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No squeaks as Singapore tightens the screws
September 4, 2006The Monetary Authority of Singapore is beefing up its banking laws, but the city state’s bankers do not seem to be complaining, writes Michael Imeson.
Singapore accelerates overseas acquisitions
September 4, 2006Temasek Holdings, owned by the Singapore finance ministry, is spreading its wings in Asia, expanding its portfolio of financial services and banking assets. Simon Montlake reports.
Progress through training in Singapore
September 4, 2006Lee Hsien Loong, Singapore’s prime minister, tells Karina Robinson that the city state’s continued success depends on self-betterment of the unskilled.
Replacing rigidity with inclusion
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Singaporean solution is best defence against unemployment
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The view from Singapore’s hot seat
February 3, 2004Karina Robinson interviews Singapore Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong on developments in the region and in his homeland.