citizenship

Indonesia grants unlimited stay permit for former citizens in lieu of dual citizenship

The country’s population is 280 million people, making it the fourth most populous country in the world

The annualised population growth rate over the last five years is also higher at 1.5%, compared with the 0.5% recorded in the preceding five-year period between 2015 and 2020.

Singapore’s population hits record 6.11 million, boosted by foreign workers

Citizen births edge up 1.2% in 2024 while number of marriages falls 5.7%, with families getting smaller over time

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong speaking at the REACH 40th Anniversary Launch Ceremony at Jewel Changi Airport.

PM Wong committed to govt-citizen partnership, says ‘more open society will strengthen Singapore’

[SINGAPORE] A more open and participatory society will strengthen Singapore, even though there will be divergent views and disagreements, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.

SM Lee delivering his speech during the Teck Ghee Citizenship Ceremony at Nanyang Polytechnic on March 9.

Immigration is essential and existential for Singapore’s survival: SM Lee

[SINGAPORE] New citizens bring with them something extra that is vital to Singapore, enriching its society and invigorating its economy, said Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Mar 9.

The government plans to give dual citizenship to former Indonesian citizens living overseas, without offering details.

Indonesia may offer dual citizenship to attract overseas workers, minister says

The move will bring very skilful Indonesians back to Indonesia