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Iskandar's Manufacturing Corridor Sees Third Foreign Investment Wave in 2026

New tax incentives and cross-border logistics upgrades are drawing electronics and precision-engineering firms to the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone.

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ASEAN Trade Ministers to Meet Ahead of Q3 Tariff Review

Delegates from ten member states will discuss a unified response to shifting global trade policy.

Technology

Singapore Fintech Unveils Cross-Border QR Payment Pilot

The pilot links four countries under a single settlement rail, aiming to cut remittance costs.

Lifestyle

The Rise of Slow Travel: Why More Locals Are Staying Regional

Shorter, more frequent trips within the region are reshaping how travel agencies package tours.

Business

Palm Oil Prices Climb on Tighter Export Supply

Analysts point to seasonal factors and new biodiesel mandates as key drivers of the rally.

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Edtech Founders Bet on AI Tutors for Underserved Districts

A new cohort of founders is targeting rural connectivity gaps with offline-first learning apps.

Sustainability

Coastal Cities Pilot Mangrove Credits as Carbon Offset Tool

Local governments are testing blue-carbon credit schemes to fund coastal restoration work.

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Regional Bank Group Expands SME Lending Programme

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Port Authority Announces Third Terminal Expansion Phase

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Manufacturers Report Highest Export Orders Since 2023