US wants to explore ‘creative solutions’ on trade with Singapore, says DPM Gan

Read a summary of this article on FAST.SINGAPORE: Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong defended labour chief Ng Chee Meng regarding the aborted Income-Allianz deal, stating that the deal was initially deemed reasonable by the NTUC and explaining that only one WP MP questioned it in Parliament. Lee highlighted that six non-labour PAP MPs had raised questions about the deal and criticized the Workers' Party for their lack of opposition, implying their inaction would have allowed...

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: Good government is about electing a good team into office, said Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong at the People's Action Party (PAP) rally in Jalan Kayu on Sunday (Apr 27).Warning against the risks of tactical voting, Mr Lee noted that in this General Election,...

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: Candidates from five political parties contesting in the General Election discussed key issues ranging from immigration and jobs to the cost of living during a televised roundtable on Sunday (Apr 27).Invitations to the roundtable are typically extended to the four political parties fielding the...

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed optimism about reaching a tariff agreement with China, noting that recent discussions with Chinese counterparts focused on financial stability and global economic warnings during IMF meetings in Washington. Bessent emphasized that high tariffs are unsustainable for Chinese businesses and highlighted a potential path forward in negotiations. He mentioned uncertainty regarding whether President Trump has communicated directly with President Xi Jinping. Full Article

Read a summary of this article on FAST.SINGAPORE: Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) chief Chee Soon Juan highlighted a "mental health crisis" during a rally, attributing issues to cost of living and cramped living conditions. He proposed a mental health wellness center for youth, urging Health Minister Ong Ye Kung to address root causes of mental distress. SDP candidates also criticized rising living costs, advocating for the removal of GST on essentials and emphasizing the need...

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: Mayors in Singapore do not "take over" the role of an MP or grassroots advisor, but instead function as a "regional role" as constituencies might lack the resources to tackle certain issues on their own, said Mayor for the Central district Denise Phua on...