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Gan Kim Yong

Singapore must strengthen its position as a trusted AI financial hub: DPM Gan

DPM Gan Kim Yong giving his opening address at the Trust and AI: A Leaders Dialogue, held at Shangri-La Singapore on May 20.
DPM Gan Kim Yong giving his opening address at the Trust and AI: A Leaders Dialogue, held at Shangri-La Singapore on May 20.

Economic Strategy Review

Workers in Singapore at risk of disruption could be offered ‘career bridges’ into other jobs

Generic of office workers at Raffles Place on May 12, 2026. Can be used for stories on Economic Strategy Review (ESR), economy, workers, workforce. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO
Generic of office workers at Raffles Place on May 12, 2026. Can be used for stories on Economic Strategy Review (ESR), economy, workers, workforce. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO

Economic Strategy Review

S’pore sets out economic strategy road map to stay competitive, create good jobs

The country also needs to be more agile and adaptable to the rapid pace of change. This includes helping its workers transition to new jobs or reskill in their current ones.
The country also needs to be more agile and adaptable to the rapid pace of change. This includes helping its workers transition to new jobs or reskill in their current ones.

DPM Gan Kim Yong reappointed as MAS chairman

DPM Gan Kim Yong will hold the position as MAS chairman for another three years, from June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2029.
DPM Gan Kim Yong will hold the position as MAS chairman for another three years, from June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2029.

Long-term planning helps countries better absorb external shocks, build climate resilience: DPM Gan

DPM Gan Kim Yong recycling a plastic bottle at a Return Right machine during a tour of exhibition booths at the launch of Go Green SG 2026 at Naval Base Primary School on May 11.
DPM Gan Kim Yong recycling a plastic bottle at a Return Right machine during a tour of exhibition booths at the launch of Go Green SG 2026 at Naval Base Primary School on May 11.

PM Wong meets Anwar, Hun Manet in Cebu ahead of ASEAN Summit

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong (left) kicked off his series of meetings with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on May 7.
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong (left) kicked off his series of meetings with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on May 7.

Maritime hubs like Singapore critical amid worldwide disruptions: DPM Gan

Beyond physical connectivity, maritime hubs will also shape the standards for the future of seaborne trade, particularly in the realms of digitalisation and decarbonisation.
Beyond physical connectivity, maritime hubs will also shape the standards for the future of seaborne trade, particularly in the realms of digitalisation and decarbonisation.

From museum visits to online module, integration programme helps new PRs learn about Singapore

American Alex McKenzie (left) and Ms Krystle Arakasamy attended an integration programme for new permanent residents (PR) called the PR Journey.
American Alex McKenzie (left) and Ms Krystle Arakasamy attended an integration programme for new permanent residents (PR) called the PR Journey.

‘Unprecedented’ energy disruption from Middle East war: Govt announces support measures

Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong warned that the effects of the US-Israeli crisis are likely to intensify in the weeks ahead and persist for some time to come.
Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong warned that the effects of the US-Israeli crisis are likely to intensify in the weeks ahead and persist for some time to come.

US removes ‘inaccurate statement’ on Singapore trade surplus; Govt to attend hearings on probes

The temporary global 10 per cent tariff rate imposed under Section 122 - announced after the court ruling - expires in July.
The temporary global 10 per cent tariff rate imposed under Section 122 - announced after the court ruling - expires in July.

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