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The Straits Times 90 applications for foreigners in tech sector approved since January launch of scheme The 90 people issued passes include entrepreneurs, experts, and those with management experience in bigger tech companies.PHOTO: ST FILE https://str.sg/3ojG They can read the article in full after signing up for a free account. Share link: Or share via: Sign up or log in to read this article in full Sign up All done! This article is now fully available for you Read now Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month for the first 3 months. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/mon...

Of the estimated 25,000 technology workers in Singapore’s financial sector, Menon said that domestic workers make up just over a third of the workforce, as many of the required tech skills are in short supply locally. “The answer does not lie in restricting the inflow of foreign tech expertise. On the contrary, it is by attracting the best tech talents from around the world that we can anchor new tech capabilities and functions that expand job opportunities for Singaporeans,” he said. Menon also underlined the need to build a strong local tech talent pipeline in the next few years, so...

SINGAPORE - Top-notch tech talents, from start-up entrepreneurs to experienced industry operators, are starting to set their sights on Singapore. There have been about 60 applications approved as at March 31 for the new Tech.Pass that aims to attract top-tier foreigners, the Economic Development Board (EDB) told The Straits Times. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional pack...

The Straits Times Licence fee waivers to be extended to aid tourism sector Hotel operators, travel agents and tour guides will not need to pay for renewal this year The Shangri-La Hotel Singapore's reception counters, fitted with plastic shields to minimise contact between people, in June last year. Hotel operators typically pay between $300 and $500 to renew their licences yearly, depending on the number of rooms.ST PHOTO: KELVIN CHNG MINISTER OF STATE FOR TRADE AND INDUSTRY ALVIN TAN https://str.sg/JVBK They can read the article in full after signing up for a free account. Share link: Or sh...

This is part of efforts to aid the recovery of the tourism sector.. Read more at straitstimes.com.