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Singapore Jewellery & Gem Fair to Enthral with Rich Artistry of both Famed and Upcoming jewellery Designers

Riding on the success of its first fair, the Singapore Jewellery & Gem Fair is set to radiate the halls of the Sands Expo and Convention Centre once again, from 23 to 26 October 2014.

Starbucks to Buy out Joint Venture Partner in Japan

Starbucks Corp has said it plans to buy the remaining 60.5 percent share of Starbucks Coffee Japan Ltd that it does not already own, in a two-step deal valued at about $913.5 million.

Singapore Most Attractive Market in the World for Infrastructure Investment

Singapore is the most attractive market in the world for investment in infrastructure, according to Arcadis, the leading global natural and built asset design and consultancy firm.

Singapore Grand Prix 2014 – A Hindrance to Productivity Come Monday Morning?

Nearly two months after the FIFA World Cup, employees in Singapore have another excuse to turn up to work bleary-eyed: the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix 2014.

Shenzhen is Best Performing City in Asia

The Chinese city of Shenzhen is the best performing city in Asia, according to a new index compiled by independent economic think tank the Milken Institute.

Compact Discs Remain Dominant Source for Music in Japan

Around the world, the music business has shifted toward downloads and streaming. But in Japan, compact discs are still king.

Singapore’s Exports up 6% on-year in August

Non-oil domestic exports (NODX) in Singapore rose 6 per cent on-year in August, due to an increase in non-electronic exports which outweighed the decline in electronic exports.

Singapore Retains Top Spot in Asia for Intellectual Property Protection

Singapore’s strong Intellectual Property (IP) regime has bolstered the confidence of leading global companies including Procter and Gamble, Continental, and Mead Johnson, according to the Intellectual Property of Singapore.

Singapore Ranked 8th in Creative Productivity in Asia

Singapore has been ranked 8th out of 22 Asian economies on a new Creative Productivity Index developed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU).

China and Russia in New Seaport Talks

China and Russia will build one of the largest ports in northeast Asia on Russia’s Sea of Japan’s coast, reports said, in a further sign of the powerhouses’ growing alliance.