Singapore winning the talent battle over Malaysia
Labourers work on a construction site in Klang, outside Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. A new index shows Malaysia lagging Singapore in efforts to develop a skilled work force. (8 Oct) - Malaysia has talent, but it’s losing the battle to build it as the country’s best and brightest – frustrated by a lack of opportunities – increasingly...
M’sia to charge foreigners more for buying houses in Johor
Iskandar Residences (formerly called D’Residences @ Medini) is the fourth project in the Medini Region area. (8 Oct) Malaysia's southern state of Johor, which neighbours Singapore, will impose a higher processing fee on foreigners who buy houses, state news agency Bernama reported, as it looks to boost revenues and rein...
Happy birthday you old coot
Lee Kuan Yew (23 Sep) - Last week, Singapore’s post-independence hero, Lee Kuan Yew, marked his 90th birthday. He has led an amazing life, and though a ruthless old curmudgeon, he has always been among the most rewarding interview subjects. After our first joust in 1991, I attended Singapore’s National Day reception and...
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