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SBF’s Third LATAM Conference Commemorates the MERCOSUR–Singapore Free Trade Agreement, Unlocking Opportunities for Businesses Exploring the Latin America Market

The Singapore Business Federation (SBF) organised the third LATAM Conference themed “Nuevos Caminos for a Changed World”, bringing together 145 business leaders, government representatives and industry stakeholders from Singapore and Latin America. Graced by Minister of State for Manpower and Trade and Industry, Mr Foo Cexiang, this year’s conference highlighted growing business opportunities in Latin America against a backdrop of evolving global trade policies and shifting supply chains and provided Singapore companies with practical insights on carving new pathways into LATAM.

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SBF Launches Future Ready Business Index to Help Businesses Identify Gaps and Accelerate Transformation

SBF’s new diagnostic tool, developed with Boston Consulting Group and delivered in partnership with DBS Bank, Enterprise Singapore and RSM Singapore, helps businesses assess their future readiness, identify priority capability gaps and connect with the programmes and partners needed to turn insights into actions. 

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Over 30 Singapore Exhibitors Eye New Growth Opportunities from the upgraded China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0 at the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo

The Singapore Business Federation (SBF) leads more than 30 Singapore exhibitors to the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO), taking place from 17 to 21 September 2026 in Nanning, Guangxi, China. Our businesses are seeking new opportunities arising from the upgraded China-ASEAN Free Trade Area (CAFTA 3.0), particularly in digital trade, the green economy and supply chain connectivity.

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Businesses Turn to Skills-First Hiring, Training and Job Redesign as Skills Gaps Widen

The Singapore Business Federation (SBF) released findings from its National Business Survey 2026 – Manpower and Wages Edition, which highlighted how businesses are adapting their manpower strategies in response to evolving workforce pressures. 

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SBF Deepens Business Ties with Indonesia Through Further Engagement with KADIN and New Partnership with APINDO

The Singapore Business Federation (SBF) has deepened its institutional ties across Indonesia's business ecosystem through a series of high-level engagements in Jakarta this week. Led by SBF Chairman Mr Mark Lee, key highlights included renewed engagement with the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN), the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Indonesian Employers Association (APINDO), and discussions with Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund - Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Management Agency (Danantara) on Indonesia's investment priorities.

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SBF and KADIN Deepen Partnership to Help SMEs Tap Regional Growth

The Singapore Business Federation (SBF) further deepened bilateral business cooperation with Indonesia through renewed engagement with the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) over a high-level business dialogue spearheaded by SBF Chairman Mark Lee. 

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