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NDTV
a day ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Watch: Emmanuel Macron Gets A Taste Of Singapore Hawker Culture
French President Emmanuel Macron had the chance to sample Singapore's famous hawker and street food culture recently. As part of his maiden state visit to the country, the President accompanied Prime Minister Lawrence Wong Lau to Pa Sat, the iconic hawker centre. In a video shared by the Singapore PM, both of them can be seen walking through this locality. They greeted vendors and people around them, and also stopped to taste some of the local delicacies. In one part of the video, Macron and Wong try what look to be soup dumplings served by a particular hawker. "How do you find the taste?' Macron is asked. He replies that it's "very good." Also Read: Here's What French President Emmanuel Macron Ate On His Trip To India After their street food adventure, they had dinner at The Fullerton Hotel in Singapore, as shown in the same video posted by PM Wong. Part of the caption reads, "We began with a visit to Lau Pa Sat to experience Singapore's vibrant hawker culture and local flavours. Over dinner, we had a wide-ranging and fruitful discussion on global and regional developments." Take a look below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lawrence Wong (@lawrencewongst) More About Lau Pa Sat: Lau Pa Sat, literally meaning "Old Market," is also known as Telok Ayer Market. It was rebuilt in its present location in the downtown core area in 1894. It is one of the most famous cultural landmarks in the city, and it has significantly evolved over the years. The Victorian-era architecture of the building is quite distinctive, featuring structures made of cast iron. Today, Lau Pa Sat is mainly known for its food hawkers. It houses numerous stalls selling various kinds of local Singaporean delicacies and other street-style favourites, including dishes like satay, chicken rice and char kway teow. One of the most popular attractions here is "Satay Street. Boon Tat Street is closed to traffic from 7 pm onwards. The place is then opened for people to dine al-fresco and relish the satay treats grilled on open flames by many vendors. Also Read: 5 Hawker Centres You Must Visit When In Singapore
AsiaOne
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Jiro Wang at Merlion Park and Mandai Rainforest Resort after Lady Gaga's Singapore concert, Entertainment News
Former Fahrenheit band member Jiro Wang was spotted at the Merlion Park yesterday (May 27), a few days after he attended Lady Gaga's concert on May 24. In multiple posts on Xiaohongshu yesterday, the 43-year-old Taiwanese singer-actor is seen posing for photos at the tourist attraction. Some fans also approached him for photos there and at a building near The Fullerton Hotel, which he obliged to. Since last weekend, Jiro has also been posting Instagram Stories of him staying at a hotel overlooking a lush forest. While he only tagged his location as Singapore, from the photos he shared, the accommodation appeared to be the Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree, which just opened in April. Jiro was seen at Lady Gaga's Singapore concert last Saturday, taking selfies with multiple fans. View this post on Instagram A post shared by JIRO 汪東城 (@jirorocker) After the event, as he was waiting for his transportation outside the National Stadium, fans crowded around him to ask for selfies. He posed for photos and waved to them, bidding them goodbye. [[nid:718367]] No part of this article can be reproduced without permission from AsiaOne.
Straits Times
07-05-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
FTA with Pacific Alliance opens doors to new opportunities for S'pore businesses: Alvin Tan
State Minister for Trade and Industry Alvin Tan (centre) said the pact 'fosters an environment of predictability and fairness'. ST PHOTO: ARIFFIN JAMAR FTA with Pacific Alliance opens doors to new opportunities for S'pore businesses: Alvin Tan SINGAPORE – The free trade agreement between Singapore and the Pacific Alliance will serve as a platform for Singapore's businesses to access new markets and new opportunities in Latin America, said Minister of State for Trade and Industry Alvin Tan on May 7. Speaking at a dinner at The Fullerton Hotel to commemorate the recent entry into force of the Pacific Alliance-Singapore Free Trade Agreement (PASFTA) for Singapore, Chile and Peru, Mr Tan said the pact 'fosters an environment of predictability and fairness, which is crucial for our investors and businesses to make decisions, operate with confidence and thrive'. The FTA will give Singapore companies greater access to the Pacific Alliance countries – Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Peru – that are collectively deemed the world's ninth-largest economy, with a total population of 235 million. The four countries of the Pacific Alliance have a combined gross domestic product (GDP) of more than US$2.7 trillion (S$3.5 trillion) in nominal terms, accounting for about 40 per cent of the total GDP of the Latin America and Caribbean region, according to the World Bank. The PASFTA was signed on Jan 26, 2022. Singapore ratified the agreement in July that year, and Peru in February 2023. Chile ratified the pact in March 2025, bringing the PASFTA into force for the three countries on May 3. Mr Tan said that beyond the PASFTA, Singapore and its partners in Latin America are engaging in the avoidance of double taxation agreements, as well as frameworks to facilitate digital trade and green economy collaboration. 'These are ongoing efforts to further expand the network of trade-enabling agreements between Singapore and Latin America,' he said. The PASFTA will scrap most tariffs on goods traded between partner countries, and improve the transparency and efficiency of Customs procedural processing. Singapore service suppliers and investors will be treated as favourably as those from the Pacific Alliance. Also, Singapore firms will not be required to appoint individuals of any particular nationality to senior management. Singapore is already an FTA partner with Chile and Mexico through the existing Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), and with Peru through the CPTPP and the bilateral Peru-Singapore FTA. The Ministry of Trade and Industry said Singapore's bilateral trade with the Pacific Alliance in 2024 was $12.5 billion. Some top traded products include electric machinery, refined metal products, cocoa products, wine and seafood. About 100 Singapore companies are already operating across the Pacific Alliance markets, mostly in sectors such as technology and the digital economy, food trade, infrastructure, and port management and logistics. Experts believe increased access to relatively new markets will be critical for Singapore companies at a time when the world's largest economy – the US – has turned hostile towards the global trading order it helped establish after World War II. Amid the turmoil, Singapore has vowed to continue strengthening multilateralism and free trade, and seek new opportunities in less-explored markets for its businesses. Mr Tan said Singapore and its trade partners are 'sailing through stormy conditions and choppy waters', and that geopolitical tensions are rising, trade barriers are going up, supply chains are fracturing, and businesses are navigating a volatile and uncertain world. 'In today's environment, the PASFTA takes on added significance as a reminder to all of us of the importance of international engagement and cooperation, and of upholding rules-based trade,' he said. Mr Francisco Tenya Hasegawa, Peru's Ambassador to Singapore, said his country looks forward to not only deepening commercial ties but also cooperation in environmental and strategic spheres with the Republic. He said Peru offers traders and investors world-class infrastructure, such as the Chancay Megaport, ready to receive and dispatch large vessels en route to Asia. Peru also has vast resources in different areas such as agriculture, poultry, fishery foods and superfoods, as well as rare minerals, and precious and semi-precious metals. 'The table is set. Let us seize this moment to expand markets, share innovation and grow together,' the ambassador said. Chile's Ambassador Tamara Villanueva said her country already has a strong presence in Asean markets, with more than 275 products from fresh fruits to seafood, and with the possibility of expanding this list to over 3,000 products in the future. She said Chile is positioning itself as a key enabler of the global energy transition by advancing sustainable mining practices and using its rich reserves of essential minerals, not just copper and lithium, but also molybdenum and rare earths needed for green technologies. The PASFTA – Singapore's 28th FTA – is a comprehensive agreement containing 25 chapters, including trade in goods, services and investment, small and medium-sized enterprises, good regulatory practices for trade and investment, and electronic commerce. It is also Singapore's first FTA with a chapter on international maritime transport services. This chapter aims to enhance physical connectivity between partner countries and facilitate the exchange of best practices and training opportunities. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Buzz Feed
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Time To PIVOT! Your Weekend Plans — The "Friends" Sydney Experience Is Sticking Around For A Bit Longer
It's time to round up your Monica, Chandler, Rachel, Ross and Phoebe and reenact your favourite Friends moments* at this themed experience in Sydney. *Your mates actually told us to tell you that you're Joey. Step into the Central Perk gang's shoes and relive a day in their iconic apartments. You can score a pic just like this, regardless of how many of your besties you're bringing along: Or, see if you can understand Ross' POV while 'carrying' the infamous "PIVOT!" couch up a tough flight of stairs. At the very least you'll need to have a seat in front of the fountain and remake the opening credits. Sync up your claps and memorise the lyrics, you CANNOT mess this one up. There's photo ops and nostalgia galore, wherever you turn and it's the perfect opportunity to geek out over one of the shows that defined a generation. You can also solve the mystery of Ross and Rachel's "break" by standing where she once stood. Ticketek But if you're pressed for time and still want a limited edition experience, take it home from the gift shop. Pick up exclusive Friends merch — whether you have a ticket or not. Ticketek The Friends Experience: The One In Sydney is sticking around 'til after the ANZAC Day long weekend — so, don't be like Ross and Rachel taking a break, get off the couch and get to The Fullerton Hotel before it's over.
Zawya
24-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
British Council Singapore Honours Outstanding UK Alumni at the Study UK Alumni Awards 2025
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 February 2025 - British Council Singapore celebrated the achievements of exceptional UK alumni at the Study UK Alumni Awards 2025, held at The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, on 20 February. This flagship event honours individuals who have leveraged their UK education to make significant contributions to their professions, communities and societies. The Study UK Alumni Awards are a testament to the power of education and collaboration in tackling common challenges and finding lasting solutions to these. The 2025 Awards celebrated winners across four categories, each recognising the transformative impact of UK-educated Singaporean professionals: Business and Innovation Award – Wen Si Chow, for promoting inclusion and equal opportunities for women in the STEM industry. Culture and Creativity Award – Chong Soon Khong, for significant contributions to Singapore's creative music landscape. Science and Sustainability Award – Stephanie Choon Xia Liaw, for impactful work in energy transition and sustainability. Social Action Award – Shalom Lim Ern Rong, for exceptional efforts in driving inclusion and positive change in society. UK universities consistently excel in world rankings, with four featured in the 2025 QS World University Rankings top ten. The strength, depth and diversity of the UK higher education sector – from small conservatoires to large metropolitan universities – has always attracted students from all parts of the world, including close to 7000 students from Singapore who choose to pursue higher education in the UK every year. The Study UK Alumni Award winners exemplify the value of their world-class UK education, using their expertise to drive innovation, address pressing challenges, and contribute to Singapore's progress. Speaking at the event, H.E. Nik Mehta OBE, British High Commissioner to Singapore, commended the awardees: "All four Singapore winners inspire me because they are making a difference to our world in fields ranging from science and sustainability to culture, social engagement, and business innovation. Their stories illustrate how higher education can be a life-changing experience - shaping minds, values, ambitions, and futures". On 9 August 1965, the UK was the first country to establish diplomatic relations with the newly independent Singapore. As Singapore celebrates its 60 th birthday this year, the 2025 Awards hold special significance, underscoring the profound and enduring educational and cultural ties between the UK and Singapore, cemented over these 60 years. As Lissy Vadakel, Country Director for British Council Singapore, commented: "Through these Awards, we celebrate the achievements of outstanding UK alumni in Singapore. This is also an occasion for us to come together as a community, with at least one commonality: in one way or another, be that through our educational experiences, our professional lives, or our personal and social connections, we are part of the Singapore-UK fabric". The High Commissioner also reflected on the lasting impact of UK-educated Singaporeans in growing and strengthening bilateral relations: "At the heart of our countries' partnership are our people, who have forged lifelong professional and personal connections in our communities. These ties contribute to the mutual trust and understanding between our countries today and will do so for years to come". The British Council remains committed to supporting and celebrating the aspirations of UK alumni worldwide, ensuring their achievements continue to inspire future generations. For the editor Recipients of Study UK Alumni Awards Singapore 2025 BUSINESS AND INNOVATION AWARDS Wen Si Chow University of Bristol Wen Si Chow is a currently a Senior Legal Counsel at Mott MacDonald. She strongly believes in promoting inclusivity and equality within society. In this regard, her previous stint as a lawyer in private practice has seen her working on a pro bono basis and helping the less privileged in society access legal advice and representation. At Mott MacDonald, Wen Si also serves as the Asia Lead for Inclusive Networks for Women, a regional initiative which seeks to encourage the support of women within the organisation, in the hope that this advances the further promotion of women within the STEM industry as a whole. Wen Si credits her time at the University of Bristol with broadening her perspective on equality in society, as well as increasing her exposure to, and appreciation of, the unique cultural diversity that is found in Southeast Asia. CULTURE AND CREATIVITY AWARD Chong Soon Khong (Ken) Bath Spa University Dr Ken Chong is an award-winning composer, chart-topping songwriter, and an educator at tertiary institutions, including Nanyang Technological University. Ken's accolades include Apple Music Best Song of 2016 (China) for his song 'Rainbow Bot', sung by Mandopop queen Stefanie Sun, as well as recognition for his music in full feature films, TV programmes, and advertisements. Bath Spa University was pivotal in Ken's songwriting career, where almost half of his songs submitted for his Master of Music final year project were sold to popular Chinese music artists upon graduation. Ken attributes his success to the university's ability to help him identify his strengths and passions, and then develop knowledge and skills towards achieving excellence. Ken recognises the benefits of music composition, often perceived as exclusive to a gifted few, and hopes to show how technology has democratised composing, such that anyone can create. He credits his UK educational journey with the impact he now has as a music teacher on his students at various institutes of higher learning in Singapore. SCIENCE AND SUSTAINABILITY AWARD Stephanie Choon Xia Liaw University of Strathclyde University of Birmingham Stephanie Liaw is the Energy Lead for Singapore and Malaysia at Mott MacDonald, where she drives energy transition and sustainability initiatives across Asia. She is currently leading the cross-border interconnector projects at various phases to integrate green energy, connecting Singapore and the ASEAN Power Grid. Under her leadership, Mott MacDonald developed a model to assess interconnector impacts, funded by the UK FCDO under the UK-SG Green Economy Framework. Stephanie's Engineering and MBA studies in the UK provided a transformative, multicultural experience, equipping her with valuable technical insights and business opportunities to advance energy transition in the region. Her enduring passion lies in ensuring equitable energy access in underdeveloped countries, advancing renewable energy by reducing carbon emissions, and enhancing community livelihoods through Just Transition principles. This passion continues to fuel her mission as an Energy Lead, committed to bringing clean energy to shape a more sustainable future for all. SOCIAL ACTION AWARD Shalom Lim Ern Rong University of Liverpool Shalom Lim is an artist and a writer, as well as an advocate dedicated to disability inclusion in Singapore. As a committee member on the Management Board of the Disabled People's Association, he strives to improve social policies relating to disability and to shift public perspectives. He has also collaborated with K9Assistance to expand access to assistance dogs for individuals and families with non-vision disabilities in Singapore. Shalom's storytelling, through books and performances, challenges perceptions and touches hearts, showing others that people with disabilities can thrive academically and contribute meaningfully. Pursuing Criminology and Security at the University of Liverpool shaped Shalom's confidence in advocacy and his passion for justice and inclusion. The university's open discussions helped him recognise the power of his voice in pushing for change. Shalom continues to use his art and writing to build a more inclusive society in Singapore, and to inspire others to see inclusion as a necessity, not a choice. Hashtag: #BritishCouncilSingapore The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About the British Council The British Council is the UK's international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. We do this through our work in arts and culture, education and the English language. We work with people in over 200 countries and territories and are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2022–23 we reached 600 million people. British Council
