AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHaze and Business: Singapore F&B operators report sales drops of up to 70% as toxic smoke curbs outdoor traffic and strains staffing. NEA has issued notices to seven Indonesian firms linked to fires, while the regional haze monitor raised its alert to the highest level. Shipping Risks: The Singapore-flagged GFS Pride caught fire and sank in the Strait of Hormuz; all 21 crew were rescued. Conflicting accounts of the cause come as attacks on commercial vessels threaten shipping and energy supplies. Port Jobs: SM Lee called for unions, PSA and government to help workers reskill as AI and shifting trade reshape port work. Economic Outlook: Singapore’s economy grew 5.4% in Q3, down from 6.2% in Q2, while the central bank kept monetary policy unchanged amid inflation risks.
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