Tag: Economic Strategy
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Singapore Unveils 7 Strategies to Secure Growth and Good Jobs Amid Tariffs and AI Threats
Singapore charts a proactive course for growth and employment As global trade tensions and rapid advances in artificial intelligence reshape the economic landscape, Singapore is turning to a concrete, risk-tolerant plan. Committees convened for the Economic Strategy Review (ESR) are urging the government to experiment with bold ideas, balancing protectionist pressures with the need to…
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Singapore as Global AI Leader: Lifelong Learning for All
Singapore targets global AI leadership and practical lifelong learning Singapore is eyeing a pivotal shift in its economic strategy. Building on the recommendations of the Economic Strategy Review, the city-state plans to position itself as a global artificial intelligence (AI) leader while embedding AI adoption across industries. The goal is not merely to attract tech…
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Singapore Unveils 7 Strategies to Secure Growth and Good Jobs Amid Tariff and AI Threats
Singapore Sets Out 7 Strategies to Safeguard Growth and Jobs Singapore is moving forward with a proactive plan to protect growth and create good jobs in a rapidly changing global economy. As protectionist pressures and rapid advances in artificial intelligence reshape industries, the government has commissioned a comprehensive Economic Strategy Review (ESR). The ESR gathers…
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Singapore Sets Course to Become a Global AI Leader and Make Lifelong Learning Practical
Singapore’s strategic push to become a global AI leader Singapore is charting a bold course to position itself as a global artificial intelligence leader, with the Economic Strategy Review recommending accelerated AI adoption across the economy. The plan emphasizes translating AI innovation into practical outcomes for businesses, workers, and public services, ensuring that the country…
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Tsahkna: The US Remains a Key Trade Partner Amid Shifting Global Conditions
New Emphasis on a Longstanding Partnership Estonia’s Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna reaffirmed the United States as a cornerstone of Estonia’s trade strategy, even as global markets evolve and geopolitical tensions reshape economic landscapes. Speaking at the opening of a US business seminar hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tallinn, Tsahkna highlighted the enduring…
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Canada’s Trade Pivot: Energy Minister Heads to India to Diversify Exports
Canada’s Trade Pivot Gains Momentum Canada is pursuing a strategic shift to strengthen trade links beyond the United States, signaling a deliberate move to diversify its economic partnerships. With global markets shifting and domestic opportunities expanding, Ottawa is prioritizing new markets while maintaining a robust relationship with its southern neighbor. The government’s approach centers on…
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US Unveils New Roadmap: Prioritizing Homeland Security While Dialing Down on China
Overview: A New Direction in US Strategy The United States has unveiled a 2026 strategic roadmap that signals a shift toward strengthening domestic resilience while engaging China in a measured, pragmatic manner. Officials describe the approach as prioritizing homeland security and economic stability at home, with a calibrated policy toward Beijing designed to avoid confrontation…
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End of Comfort for Auto Giants: Pakistan’s 2025 Shift to Locally Assembled Vehicles
Introduction: A Turning Point for Pakistan’s Auto Industry The year 2025 marks a watershed moment for Pakistan’s automotive sector as the country embraces a new era of locally assembled vehicles. After years of relying on imported kits and foreign manufacturers, Pakistan’s policy makers rolled out a series of measures designed to revive domestic production. The…
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Cocochem Sale Reconsidered: State Retains Coconut Asset
Introduction: a rethink in a shifting market The government is re-evaluating its long-standing plan to privatize United Coconut Chemicals Inc., better known as Cocochem. Once viewed as a straightforward privatization win, the sale is now front and center in discussions about national strategy, economic resilience, and the country’s role in a global market demanding coconut-based…
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Government Reconsiders Cocochem Sale as Global Market Shifts
Overview: Reassessing a Strategic Asset The government is reexamining its long-standing plan to privatize United Coconut Chemicals Inc., commonly known as Cocochem. Once positioned as a straightforward privatization move, the plan now sits at the crossroads of global demand for coconut-based products, national economic strategy, and the practical implications of maintaining or selling a strategically…