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Singapore hub status intact as remote work sees smaller but more HQs

While regional hub model has not lost its relevance, further economic reopening is seen as critical in helping Singapore hold its position

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Janice Heng
Sharon See

Janice Heng &

Sharon See

Published Tue, Apr 20, 2021 · 09:50 PM

    Singapore

    WITH the Covid-19 pandemic having brought about a wider acceptance of remote working, Singapore must keep up efforts to remain a vibrant regional hub, observers told The Business Times.

    While the regional hub model has not lost its relevance, further economic reopening is critical in helping the Republic maintain its status as one, they said.

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