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Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Growing demand for business and engineering talent in Australia, India and Singapore is giving a boost to executive search services in the Asia-Pacific as the impact of Covid in the region largely wanes, long-time industry executive and Boyden board member William Farrell said in an interview on Tuesday. “There’s been a lot of strength in the first half,” said Farrell, a managing partner for Taiwan and South Korea who represents the APAC region on the company’s board. “It’s a very good year,” particularly in Southeast Asia markets, he said. Boyden has 75 offices in more than 45 countries; Farrell, an American expatriate, has lived in Asia since 1987 and joined Boyden in 1993. Search companies are benefitting from a shift in multinational strategies away from setting up one large regional hub for their regional operations toward the creation of a larger number of smaller hubs that lower the risks of disruption in any one … [Read more...] about Australia, India, Singapore Help Fuel Executive Search Gains In Asia-Pacific As Covid Impact Wanes

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Growing demand for business and engineering talent in Australia, India and Singapore is giving a boost to executive search services in the Asia-Pacific as the impact of Covid in the region largely wanes, long-time industry executive and Boyden board member William Farrell said in an interview on Tuesday. “There’s been a lot of strength in the first half,” said Farrell, a managing partner for Taiwan and South Korea who represents the APAC region on the company’s board. “It’s a very good year,” particularly in Southeast Asia markets, he said. Boyden has 75 offices in more than 45 countries; Farrell, an American expatriate, has lived in Asia since 1987 and joined Boyden in 1993. Search companies are benefitting from a shift in multinational strategies away from setting up one large regional hub for their regional operations toward the creation of a larger number of smaller hubs that lower the risks of disruption in any one … [Read more...] about Australia, India, Singapore Help Fuel Executive Search In Asia-Pacific As Covid Impact Wanes

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin B luesheets, a two-year-old Singapore startup that uses AI-powered software to integrate financial data, has big plans for international expansion. The startup last week announced it raised $4 million in pre-Series A funding to accelerate its growth. The round was led by by Insignia Ventures Partners, a Singapore-based VC firm whose other investments include Indonesian tech giant GoTo Group, Singapore-based used-car unicorn Carro and software company Appier , which last year became Taiwan’s first listed unicorn. It also included existing investors 1982 Ventures, Antler, Kistefos AS and Plug and Play APAC. Bluesheets will use much of its newly raised capital to expand into new markets and “double down in international markets where we have a presence,” says cofounder and COO Clare Leighton. Some of the capital will go toward hiring, especially engineers, she adds. The company now employs 34 people and plans to add … [Read more...] about Singapore Financial Data Startup To Double Down On Global Expansion After Insignia-Led Funding Round

- A + A (June 23): Glossy, cosmopolitan Singapore is playing host to a very unusual balancing act. The city is one of Asia’s most expensive property markets — and at the same time, boasts one of the highest home ownership rates in the world. Liu Thai Ker, “the architect of modern Singapore,” is a big part of the reason why. As the chief architect of Singapore’s Housing Development Board, Liu was instrumental in establishing a housing model that has underpinned decades of astonishing economic growth. The 84-year-old Yale graduate personally oversaw the development of more than half a million public housing units. Now, almost 90% of the city’s residents own the well-designed, government-built apartments they live in. Since its independence in 1965, citizens have been able to buy these units at a steep discount, turning homeownership into a key way for Singaporeans to grow their wealth. But in the past few years — and especially since the pandemic, which plunged the … [Read more...] about The man who helped create Singapore’s housing boom is getting worried

- A + A (June 23): Opposition politicians in Singapore won’t support the government’s plan to proceed with a goods and services tax (GST) hike amid inflationary concerns. The Workers’ Party on Wednesday (June 22) said it “cannot support” the decision to raise the consumption-based tax and will “continue to argue” against any proposed increase. The statement, posted on the party’s Facebook page, came after Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said the timing of the tiered tax hike won’t be revised despite concerns over mounting price pressures. The tax is set to rise to 8% from 7% in January next year and then to 9% in 2024. Inflation in the trade-reliant business hub has surged, leading the Monetary Authority of Singapore to tighten monetary policy three times in the past eight months. The core inflation print for May, to be announced on Thursday, is expected to climb further from a decade-high of 3.3% in April, according to a Bloomberg survey. Earlier this … [Read more...] about Singapore opposition politicians won’t support GST hike plans

- A + A (June 23): BlackRock Inc is poised for a major expansion in Singapore as it follows other international firms looking to tap capital flows into Southeast Asia. The world’s largest asset manager is in discussions to double its floorspace at an office block in the city-state’s central business district, according to people familiar with the matter. The US firm is expecting to add dozens of staff from local hiring and some relocations from Hong Kong, said one of the people, who asked not to be identified as the matter is confidential. Plans are still at an early stage, the people said. BlackRock’s move adds to a trend of global firms considering building up a presence in the country, which is seen as a gateway to Southeast Asia. Singapore is benefiting from capital flowing in amid global geopolitical tensions and a regulatory crackdown in China. Ray Dalio’s family office is also recruiting investment professionals in the country as it seeks to expand operations … [Read more...] about BlackRock plans Singapore expansion with dozens more employees

- A + A (June 24): The Sun Cable project that aims to export solar power from Australia’s Outback to Singapore is targeting a final investment decision in early 2024 after winning new support. Construction of the A$30 billion (US$20.7 billion or about RM91.25 billion) operation is expected to begin in the same year, and the development will seek to be in full operation by 2029, the company said on Friday (June 24) in a statement. Sun Cable has now been categorised as investment ready by Infrastructure Australia, the statutory body that advises the nation’s government on major projects, opening up the potential to access public funds. Backed by Atlassian Corp co-founder Mike Cannon-Brookes and iron ore billionaire Andrew Forrest, Sun Cable intends to use a 4,200km high-voltage undersea cable to export power from a giant solar and battery complex in northern Australia. The project, which is aimed at producing power for local use and enough electricity for export to … [Read more...] about Giant Australia-to-Singapore solar project targets 2024 build

(From left) Vivian, Sultan Nazrin Shah, Lee and Mohd Annuar. Lee appended his posting on Facebook with the photo. - A + A SINGAPORE (June 23): Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said that he looks forward to building stronger ties between the republic and Malaysia, including the state of Perak. He said this in his latest Facebook update on his meeting with Malaysia’s Deputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong and Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Shah. Sultan Nazrin Shah is currently on a four-day visit here beginning from Tuesday (June 21) at the invitation of Lee. “Glad we could meet face-to-face again now that borders have reopened. We discussed regional developments and areas where Singapore and Perak can strengthen cooperation,” Lee wrote. He appended his posting with a photo of him and Sultan Nazrin Shah. Joining them in the meeting were president of the Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council of Perak Tan Sri Mohd Annuar Zaini and the republic’s Foreign … [Read more...] about PM Lee: Singapore looks forward to building stronger ties with Malaysia

JUBA, June 22 (Xinhua) -- South Sudan President, Salva Kiir on Wednesday launched the construction of 890 kilometers of road linking the capital, Juba to the northern city of Wau to boost economic growth in the East African country. Kiir said during the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of Juba- Mundri-Yambio-Tambura- Wau in Juba that his government had resolved to invest in transport infrastructure, and enhance the seamless movement of cargo and skilled manpower in the world's youngest republic. "As a landlocked country our access to regional markets depends on good roads and bridges, internally our access to production areas is another key area that will be served," Kiir remarked. He clarified that construction of the road will be fully financed by the government through the sale of crude oil though the total cost and timeline for implementing the project were not disclosed. Simon Mijok Mijak, South Sudan Minister of Roads and Bridges said the government was … [Read more...] about South Sudan launches construction of key road

Job seeking is a grueling process, but it is also an opportunity to put your best foot forward in order to find a company that is the best fit for you. advertisement advertisement Although it can be nerve wracking to sit through one interview after another, candidates should remind themselves that these interactions are a two-way street, and they have every right to ask challenging questions to make a decision, should the offer come. Here are the critical questions you as a candidate must ask during a job interview—because remember, you’re interviewing the employer, too. Questions to ask yourself before applying for the job Before setting off on your job search, make a list of the types of companies you’re interested in. advertisement Is this a place you see yourself thriving in? Do you believe in the mission? Why do you want to work at this place? What attracts you about the organization? Oftentimes, our … [Read more...] about These are the questions candidates must ask during a job interview