Back on track

Article Abstract:

A temporary growth slowdown in 1996 gave Singaporeans a hint of the potential fragility of their material wellbeing. Seasonally adjusted figures revealed that Singapore had no GDP growth for two quarters, according to UBS Singapore economist Prasenjit K. Basu. Especially troubling was an electronics sector downturn. An unexpectedly strong fourth quarter, however, boosted GDP growth for the year to 7%.

Economic aspects

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Singapore tears down the barriers

Article Abstract:

Lee Hsien Loong, Singapore's senior minister, aims to revise financial regulations in order to encourage creativity and entrepreneurship rather than discouraging them as in the past.

Singapore, Cover Story, Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Ltd.

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