Taxonomy: Implementing Jurisdiction - Singapore
Singapore: Increased stamp duty for foreign property buyers
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On 7 December 2011, the government of Singapore announced a disproportional increase of the stamp duty for foreign buyers of residential property.Singapore: Further raise of minimum salary levels for foreign workers
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On 15 August 2011, the prime minister of Singapore announced further access restrictions for the Singaporean labor market. From 1 January 2012, the minimum salary to qualify for the "Employment Pass" shall be raised.Singapore: Increase in foreign worker levy from 2012
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On 21 February 2011, the government of Singapore published the details for announced changes to its foreign workers levy schedule.Singapore: Increased levies on S Pass permits
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On 23 February 2010, the Ministry of Manpower released its plans to reduce Singapore's dependence on foreign labor. As a key measure, the Ministry will increase the levies on so-called "S Pass" work permits starting 1 July 2010.Singapore: Increased mandatory medical insurance for foreign employees
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On 25 September 2009, the Ministry of Manpower announced an increase in the mandatory medical insurance companies have to provide for foreign employees.Singapore: Skills Programme for Upgrading and Resilience
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On 3 May 2009, Singapore's Ministry of Manpower announced the launch of the SPUR-JOBS initiative.Singapore: Changes to EntrePass regulation
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Singapore's Ministry of Manpower has introduced changes to the country's EntrePass framework effective 28 September 2009. The EntrePass framework regulates access of foreign business start ups to the city-state.
