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President Trump's tax-cut legislation passes; a call between US and Russia regarding the Ukraine conflict; global coffee supply prospects; Japan's household spending surge; and changes to Singapore's seller’s stamp duty on residential properties. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com...

US House Republicans struggle with President Trump’s budget bill, adjustments in tariffs on Vietnamese exports, US-India trade negotiations, corporate changes in Japan, and deepened Singapore-Cambodia collaboration. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited...

US Senate Republicans have passed President Trump's tax and spending bill. President Vladimir Putin and President Emmanuel Macron held a phone call to discuss geopolitical issues. Potential trade deals between the US and India are being considered. A weather advisory for Singapore has been issued. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: H...

Support for the Israel-Iran ceasefire, Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra facing a court petition, a rise in South Korean exports, Japan’s manufacturing sector expansion and lowered electricity and gas bills in Singapore. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edit...

Activists march to call for debt cancellation, climate justice and taxing the super rich; Senate Republicans push forward Trump's sweeping tax cut and spending bill and Middle East borrowers ramp up loans syndicated in Asia-Pacific. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced...

The EU receives a new proposal from U.S. President Donald Trump's administration in their transatlantic trade dispute; Singapore’s manufacturing output rose 3.9 per cent in May and the US reaches an agreement with China on how to expedite rare earth shipments. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( c...

Trump credits US strikes on Iran with bringing a swift end to the war between Israel and Tehran; Nvidia reclaims the crown as the world's most valuable company and Britain toughens up its trade defences. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by: Claressa Mont...

U.S. airstrikes do not destroy Iran's nuclear capability; NATO leaders gather in The Hague today; Brazil declares itself free of the bird flu virus and PM Wong;s visit to China continues. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro Produced by...

The US President announces a "complete and total" ceasefire between Israel and Iran; traders expect the U.S. stock market to open with gains today; Singapore and China ink four agreements on cooperation and Amazon plans to invest 40 billion pounds in Britain. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@...

US attack on Iranian nuclear sites, resulting oil price surges, and global airline disruptions. It also highlights Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's China visit. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The...

Escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, potential US involvement, EU diplomatic efforts, Canada's possible counter-tariffs, Japan’s inflation challenges, and Singapore's healthcare insurance changes. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by: Clares...

Possible US strikes on Iran, Federal Reserve interest rates, fluctuations in gold prices, New Zealand's economic growth, job cuts at Standard Chartered in Singapore. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Bus...

Missile strikes between Iran and Israel, rising oil prices, Japan-US trade talks, aid for Ukraine, and flight cancellations to Bali due to a volcanic eruption.  Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Bus...

From price hikes to volatile markets, Singapore’s economy is already feeling the heat from US President Donald Trump’s trade policies. In this episode of Lens on Singapore, Claressa Monteiro chats with SGX’s Geoff Howie and economist Terence Ho to break down the ripple effects of trade tensions on our economy. From floor mats to stock markets, we explore where the real pain point...

US President Donald Trump's early departure from the G7 summit, a trade agreement with Britain, and stalled talks with Japan. India's devastating plane crash's economic impact and Singapore's unexpected export decline in May. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and ed...

Potential US travel restrictions, unresolved US-China trade issues, rising oil prices due to Middle East conflicts, and Singapore's trial of automated roadside parking sensors. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcas...

A devastating plane crash in India, President Trump's upcoming tariff letters, Israeli military strikes on Iran, and Singapore Airlines expanding routes as Jetstar Asia ceases operations. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro Produced by...

Statements by President Trump on trade negotiations, US consumer price trends, rising gold prices, and Japan's declining business sentiment. Jetstar Asia's exit marks a significant change for budget travelers in Singapore.  Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and...

US-China trade framework agreement, stability in the US dollar, and the closure of Jetstar Asia in Singapore.  Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times , SPH Media --- Follow Lens On Daily a...

US-China trade talks, US visa directive changes for Harvard students, Malaysia's revised tax policies, DBS's market milestone in Singapore. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times , SPH Media --...

US National Guard's deployment in Los Angeles over immigration protests, US-China trade talks in London, and a military stand-off between Thailand and Cambodia. It also highlights Singapore's recognition as a global tech hub. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and ed...

President Trump threatening to cut contracts with Elon Musk, Japanese company ispace's crashed moon lander, Russian drones attacking Kyiv, US-China positive trade call, Singapore's record GST collection. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by: Claressa Mont...

US travel ban announcement, China’s cyber attack bounty, a lawsuit against Malaysia’s prime minister, Japan’s falling real wages, and enhanced Singapore-Philippines collaborations.  Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by: Claress...

South Korea's new president, US-backed aid issues in Gaza, concerns over China's mineral restrictions, and increased US tariffs on steel and aluminum. Singapore's Prime Minister visits the Philippines. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by: Claressa M...

The Trump administration pushing for trade negotiation offers, Harvard's legal battle to unfreeze $2.5 billion, South Korea's presidential election amidst political upheaval, and Singapore experiencing warm, humid weather with thundery showers. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg...