Singapore is expected to have a limited direct impact from U.S. tariffs due to a trade deficit with the U.S., although the country’s deputy prime minister Gan Kim Yong warned of potential longer-term effects on supply chains and trade patterns. Despite this, Singapore remains focused on exceeding its economic growth projections and is preparing for any disruptions to the economy. The city-state’s economy heavily relies on trade, with a trade-to-GDP ratio of over 300%, and recent support measures announced in the 2025 budget aim to address cost-of-living pressures and support local businesses, including studying the potential deployment of nuclear power.
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Gaza demands more – Middle East Monitor
In response to recent statements from Western governments about recognizing a Palestinian state, the article critiques these gestures as potentially misleading, arguing that they often come with conditions that undermine Palestinian self-determination and rights. The author emphasizes that true liberation requires ending the siege and allowing Palestinians to determine their future without external impositions, highlighting the ongoing suffering in Gaza. Want More Context? 🔎
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