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News & Features

Members are encouraged to share their latest news with us for publication. If you have a story to tell, contact marcoms@britcham.org.sg or click on the blue button below (requires login). If you have a long-form article to share, this will be shared on our Knowledge Bank or the Orient magazine. 

 

 

Arts & Culture
Member News

Tanglin’s Centenary Concert at the prestigious Esplanade Concert Hall was a spectacular celebration of music, featuring the world premiere of A Bridge Across the Sea by acclaimed British composer Jonathan Dove, CBE.

Singapore News

Shares on the Singapore market ended lower on April 28, after the city state’s central bank sounded a cautious note about the economy’s growth outlook.

Member News

Control Risks has announced the opening of its new office in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, further strengthening its presence in Southeast Asia.

Business News

The Singapore Business Federation (SBF), Centre for the Future of Trade and Investment (CFOTI), is conducting this poll to gather your feedback on the recent updates to U.S. tariff announced by the U.S. Government since 2 April 2025. Your input will provide valuable insights to help us better advocate for the business community through the National Task Force.

Education
Member News

It’s official! This week Tanglin launched the Highlands Programme, a 4-week experiential education programme at its new campus in Australia.  

Trade
UK News

Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump discussed "ongoing and productive" trade talks, No 10 has said, in their first call since the US president imposed tariffs on UK goods. The prime minister stressed his commitment to "free and open trade and the importance of protecting the national interest", a Downing Street spokesperson said.

Education

Member company BE Education offers an exclusive opportunity for all Chamber members considering Downe House as a destination for their daughters. Meet Mrs Emma McKendrick, Headmistress and Ms Tara Reeve, Director of Admissions in person here in Singapore.

New Member

For over 120 years, Miller Insurance has been an industry leader in a variety of specialist areas. The business relationships that last are those where both sides care passionately about what they're doing, which is why Miller Insurance provides partners who are with clients every step of the way, regardless of the journey.

Education
Press

The Perse School (Singapore) will launch its Senior School in August 2025, introducing specialist teaching as a key feature of its Years 7 to 10 academic programme. Building on its strong ties with The Perse School Cambridge, the Singapore campus offers a curriculum rooted in academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, and holistic development.

Singapore News
Trade

Speech by Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong at the S Rajaratnam Lecture on 16 April 2025.