Russia Re-Pitches Stealth Fighter Jet To India

On Friday, the Trump administration announced that smartphones and computers would be exempt from the 125% tariffs imposed on imports from China, as well as from a 10% global tariff affecting most countries. This decision was communicated via a notice from US Customs and Border Patrol (CBP), clarifying that devices and electronics like memory cards would not be subject to these additional levies. The exemption aims to alleviate the financial burden on consumers and businesses...

Minister Masagos Zulkifli introduced former Chief of Army David Neo as a potential candidate for Tampines GRC, alongside current MPs and new faces. The current MPs in Tampines are Dr. Koh Poh Koon, Desmond Choo, and Baey Yam Keng, with Charlene Chen being introduced as a grassroots leader. David Neo, who recently stepped down as Chief of Army, has been seen in Tampines preparing for the upcoming general election. Full Article

A new multi-agency BTO coordination committee has been established to address common challenges faced by new residents settling into their Build-to-Order flats in Singapore. Led by the Ministry of National Development and HDB, the committee includes key partners to enhance efficiency and communication efforts, aiming to align infrastructure provision, community facilities, and landscaping with key collection to improve residents' moving-in experience. The focus is on timely completion of amenities while implementing interim measures as needed,...

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, heading into his first General Election as leader of the ruling party, stated he does not have a target vote share in mind and expects fierce competition in all wards, emphasizing that no seats are safe and every constituency can be contested. The People’s Action Party (PAP) aims to present policies and programs to navigate the country through the transition to a new global order, acknowledging the uncertainty and instability...

Manpower Minister Tan See Leng welcomes Associate Professor Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim to the Marine Parade-Braddell Heights team, where Faishal will anchor the former Kembangan-Chai Chee ward. The GRC has seen boundary changes and is expected to include MPs like Speaker of Parliament Seah Kian Peng, Mr Mohd Fahmi Aliman, and Mr Edwin Tong. The PAP team aims to maintain their rapport with residents and prepare for potential challenges from the Workers' Party and National Solidarity...

The People's Alliance for Reform (PAR) announced Dr. Michael Fang as their candidate for Yio Chu Kang SMC in the upcoming General Election, citing concerns about the high cost of living. Dr. Fang highlighted the impact of rising costs on residents and proposed changes if elected, including lowering GST and addressing CPF withdrawal age. PAR aims to contest in various constituencies, emphasizing a desire for positive changes and removal of bad policies. Full Article