Ministry of Trade and Industry (Singapore)

Singapore takes a significant step forward in Nucleic Acid Therapeutics (NAT) with the launch of the Nucleic Acid Therapeutics Initiative (NATi) mRNA BioFoundry. As the first-of-its-kind facility in Asia dedicated to mRNA manufacturing, it will help advance local mRNA research and production, pave the way for national pandemic preparedness, and strengthen our global standing as a leading hub for biomedical innovation. A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research

As Singapore nurtures its trade ecosystem, sustainable innovation plays a key role in driving future growth. Find out how our efforts in decarbonisation and green technologies are creating new opportunities across industries, strengthening Singapore's position as a global trade hub. https://lnkd.in/gqZXWhUw

That’s a wrap! With 2024 drawing to a close, here’s a recap of some key initiatives MTI has worked on over the past year. We would like to extend our appreciation to all our partners for our shared achievements. Looking ahead to 2025, we will continue to strengthen trade relations, deepen industry collaborations, and seize new growth opportunities for our people! ([2] Photo by MDDI; [9] Photo by COP29 Singapore Pavilion; [14] Photo by SDC; [15] Photo by SBF)

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Wishing everyone a joyful festive season filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. 

As part of the Ministry of Trade and Industry and Ministry of Finance, Singapore Customs' ongoing efforts to address key challenges including regulations, both agencies have collaborated to facilitate smoother cross-border movement of goods. From 1 January 2025, traders only need to apply for a single transhipment permit for land intermodal transhipments. This streamlined procedure is expected to benefit businesses significantly through cost savings and time efficiency.   This initiative supports Malaysia and Singapore’s efforts under the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) to strengthen economic cooperation and improve movement of goods between Singapore and Johor.   Read the full Press Release for more information: https://lnkd.in/g6vuRbGF

Are you keen to join a community of public sector economists to shape socioeconomic policies and contribute to Singapore’s progress?    As a recipient of the Economist Service (ES) Scholarship in 2017, Jia Hui was inspired by the prospect of using Economics to make a positive impact on the lives of Singaporeans. Today, Jia Hui’s role as a public sector economist allows her to contribute in many ways via economic surveillance, forecasting and research. Jia Hui also works with policy analysts in MTI and other public agencies to evaluate the effectiveness of various Government initiatives using a data-driven approach.  Learn more about the ES Scholarship: https://lnkd.in/gB3qn8WS    To apply for the ES Scholarship, please submit your application through the PSC gateway portal (https://lnkd.in/gVUXFkj2), indicating “Economist Service” as one of the top choices under “Career Choice”. Applications close after 15 March 2025.     #TeamMTI #EconomistSerivce #undergraduate #scholarship 

Looking to expand your business into new markets? The new Enterprise Financing Scheme – Foreign-based Financial Institutions/Multilateral Development Bank (EFS-FFI/MDB) offers Singapore companies more financing options to seize overseas opportunities and grow globally.   To learn more, visit: https://lnkd.in/gb-HPBss Enterprise Singapore

Want to take your business to greater heights? The Partners for Business Growth (PBG) programme developed by Enterprise Singapore has been extended to May 2025, allowing more businesses to receive tailored support from SME Centres to develop and accelerate their business growth plans.   Interested SMEs can make an appointment with the SME Centres to find out more about the PBG: https://lnkd.in/gEFtAD8   Enterprise Singapore

Yesterday, Singapore and the United States’ 123 Agreement for Cooperation in the Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy entered into force. This agreement further strengthens the U.S.-Singapore relationship and deepens our cooperation on nuclear safety, security, and nonproliferation. Read the Press Release here: https://lnkd.in/gwquScG4