Singapore Passes Bill to Screen Investments for National Security

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Singapore Passes Bill to Screen Investments for National Security
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Singapore has passed a Bill that will allow it to screen investments in “a handful of entities” deemed critical to national security interests. The list of designated entities will be published in the Government Gazette after the law comes into force.

Singapore has passed a Bill that will allow it to screen investments in “a handful of entities” deemed critical to national security interests. It will apply to local and foreign investments, ensuring a level playing field for all investors.

The list of designated entities will be published in the Government Gazette after the law comes into force.

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