Singapore Budget's focus expected to be on manpower issues

Mon, Feb 17, 2020 - 5:50 AM

Annabeth Leowleowhma@sph.com.sg@AnnabethLeowBT

Bosses who prioritise upskilling their employees, and hiring and retaining older workers, are likely to get more help in the Budget.

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Singapore

THE virus outbreak will put immediate attention on helping businesses retain jobs as the economy takes a hit, but the Budget is still expected to have its focus firmly on Singapore's long-term manpower needs.

Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat was always going to have...

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