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August 8, 2016
The United States and the City-state of Singapore – Fifty Years of Close Ties
With the City-state of Singapore and the United States establishing ties in 1966, this year marks fifty years of Singaporean – American diplomatic relations. Today, both nations enjoy extensive military, economic, cultural and commercial ties and benefit from continued efforts on both sides to strengthen bilateral relations.
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Featured Reports
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The Business Times – Japan Report 2018
Japan and ASEAN, which celebrate 45 years of friendship and cooperation this year, have built up an excellent relationship over many years. Our economic ties have developed into a very close, mutually beneficial relationship, with more than 10,000 Japanese companies actively engaged in business in many different areas in the ASEAN region. -
Beijing Review – Singapore Report 2018
The city-state of Singapore has seen remarkable growth since being founded just over half a century ago. By upholding the best of Asian values, Singapore continues to lead the way in an increasingly globalized world. Many Southeast Asian countries are blessed with an abundance of natural resources. -
Beijing Review – Norway Report 2018
Diplomatic relations between China and Norway were re-established in December 2016 after a six-year hiatus. Both countries are renewing their commitment to one another and building on their strong partnership which dates back to 1950. -
The Business Times – Thailand Report 2017
‘What we have decided today is only a small beginning of what we hope will be a long and continuous sequence of accomplishments of which we ourselves, those who will join us later and the generations to come, can be proud’. - Dr. Thanat Khoman. -
Foreign Policy – Taiwan Report 2018
Taiwan continues to impress global markets through its focus on innovation, technology and stability. An expanding economy, GDP is expected to grow at 2.27 per cent in 2018. The self-governing island nation seeks to secure its position as the most prominent of the ‘Four Asian Tigers’ -Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore and South Korea. -
The Business Times – Malaysia Report 2017
In 1967, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines founded the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Fifty years later, ASEAN is a diverse community of ten member countries with a combined population of 630 million. The economically dynamic region is on a path towards greater integration through strong regional trade ties, interconnectivity and a shared vision for the next fifty years. -
The Business Times – Indonesia Report 2017
Singapore and Indonesia celebrate fifty years of diplomatic relations this year. With an increasing number of Singaporean companies investing in Indonesia and Singapore continuing to offer Indonesian companies access to its world-class financial system, the two nations have formed a strong alliance. -
The Business Times – India Report 2017
India is the fastest growing economy in the world. According to a report released earlier this year by The World Bank, the country’s projected growth rate of 7.2 per cent for 2017-2018 is expected to increase to 7.7 percent in 2019-2020. To sustain this level of growth, the country must continue to attract foreign investment and India is committed to strengthening its ties with the ten Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member countries. -
The Business Times – Philippines Report 2017
This year sees the Philippines hold the Chairmanship of ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) during the Associations fiftieth anniversary. As the country addresses challenges and embraces economic opportunities, the Philippines is looking to strengthen its trade, investment and cultural ties with its ASEAN neighbours while encouraging visitors to come and explore the country for themselves. -
The Business Times – Switzerland Report 2017
For ninety years, Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE) has played a key role in supporting small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) from Switzerland and Liechtenstein as they reach out to international markets. Synergy Media Specialists sat down with Daniel Küng, CEO of S-GE to discuss Swiss SME’s successes in Singapore and Southeast Asia. -
The Business Times – Hong Kong Report 2017
“July 1, 2017 marks the 20th anniversary of the return of Hong Kong to our Motherland and the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). Since our return to the Motherland, the principles of "one country, two systems", "Hong Kong people administering Hong Kong" and a high degree of autonomy have been successfully implemented in Hong Kong." -
Beijing Review – Canada Report 2017
2017 is a momentous year for Canada. The peaceful nation, famous for maple syrup, the Niagara Falls and ice hockey is celebrating its 150th birthday. Blessed with a thriving economy and outstanding natural beauty, Canada has become a modern leader in the Western Hemisphere.

