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Mega projects to fuel Singapore's long-term tourism

Sector currently faces challenges from global slowdown, regional casino rivals

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Janice Heng

Janice Heng

Published Wed, Dec 4, 2019 · 09:50 PM

    Singapore

    SINGAPORE'S two integrated resorts (IRs) have been a roaring success, but there's been no let-up in efforts to keep the nation's tourism momentum going.

    Over the next few years, the Mandai eco-tourism hub and Jurong Lake District, and S$9 billion in further commitments by the IRs are among the projects that will continue to excite visitors.

    Singapore tourism

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