https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/mas-singapore-banks-review-safeguards-giro-payment-system-6043506https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--kieywSei--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775635939-image.jpg?itok=RPr8SR99MAS, Singapore banks to review safeguards for GIRO payment system812026-04-08T16:55:34+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/57e2c60d-0dd7-4e05-88ae-54ab64e407c0/484fd7c1-6418-4911-8809-e3f05f552f8f/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/haj-plans-track-despite-mideast-conflict-muis-looking-refunds-pilgrims-who-defer-trips-6043551https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--3z8eio2A--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775636234-image.jpg?itok=JQNScx7zHaj plans on track despite Mideast conflict, MUIS looking into refunds for pilgrims who defer trips1152026-04-08T16:19:14+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/ced74829-076e-4a14-98ca-eb87ae54e9e7/2bfde497-895b-4acb-a463-131acfe67af7/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/asia-first/wed-8-apr-2026-6042861https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--dXrdp6f9--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775626344-image.jpg?itok=EjEMiEdQAsia First - Wed 8 Apr 2026From the opening bell across markets in Southeast Asia and China, to the biggest business interviews and top financial stories, tune in to Asia First to kick-start your business day.

]]>88012026-04-08T15:26:08+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/85f1fad9-b4c4-46e0-a4b7-5b8dd0909719/26e30261-7b7e-406e-9761-d07ee9ad96a7/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/cna-correspondent-btss-comeback-risk-isnt-failure-its-burnout-6043426https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--9bT5EWLN--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775632334-image.jpg?itok=prZTVftgCNA Correspondent: BTS’s comeback risk isn’t failure, it’s burnoutBTS is officially back, but burnout may be the bigger risk than failure. CNA’s Grace Shin and Lim Yun Suk unpack this with Genevieve Woo on the CNA Correspondent podcast.

]]>922026-04-08T15:15:54+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/959877d6-f9df-4a8b-b38b-12f4bfed61f4/eec2063b-37a1-4623-b084-4200ae6c4072/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/taiwan-opposition-leader-pledges-reconciliation-sun-yat-sen-memorial-during-visit-china-6043401https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--s65xfBjv--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775632339-image.jpg?itok=ITCc6xAITaiwan opposition leader pledges reconciliation at Sun Yat-sen memorial during visit to China532026-04-08T15:15:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/7988c113-547b-4286-b823-3945b6a103ba/298d1427-1b7a-4881-bdae-a46302e28c43/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/can-singapore-close-ses-education-performance-gap-jasmin-lau-explains-moes-approach-6043406https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--hfMA9sUs--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775632036-image.jpg?itok=ZuVX5UtrCan Singapore close the SES-education performance gap? Jasmin Lau explains MOE’s approach1342026-04-08T15:08:31+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/d0598e34-9e4e-481c-8965-018ee122038a/11f8e083-ab01-487b-850c-4bc200888ce8/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/louis-chua-veterinary-practice-bill-6043411https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--T4QXgsf7--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775632041-image.jpg?itok=wvdXOpfbLouis Chua on Veterinary Practice BillThe Veterinary Practice Bill arrives against a backdrop of mounting public concerns about care costs and an overall pet care ecosystem that still has significant gaps, said MP Louis Chua. Speaking in parliament in Wednesday (Apr 8), he pointed out that more can be done to develop a fully functional animal health and welfare ecosystem. He proposed ways to build a thriving animal care ecosystem in five areas - strengthening the pipeline of veterinary professionals, plugging the brain drain faced by the industry, recognising the contributions of veterinary professionals, enhancing consumer protection measures within the industry and tightening the enforcement regime for pet groomers and trainers. 

]]>6712026-04-08T14:35:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/bb84a4b5-4bc4-4aa6-a25a-15ffc4328499/97c3865f-613f-403d-b66b-318f119914a1/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/us-and-iran-agree-2-week-ceasefire-strait-hormuz-reopen-6043276https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--FQ7bpcnW--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775628435-image.jpg?itok=UvFiuSVYUS and Iran agree on 2-week ceasefire, Strait of Hormuz to reopen622026-04-08T14:31:26+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/07f8f128-ebfd-44b0-b250-1feda8aae646/74e5581d-94c3-4c84-a3ba-87aecfab44a0/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/henry-kwek-veterinary-practice-bill-6043356https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--zEkjNiA---/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775631136-image.jpg?itok=sr8sFkeMHenry Kwek on Veterinary Practice BillKeep faith with pet owners and make sure that better standards do not come at the cost of accessibility and affordability, said MP Henry Kwek. Speaking in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8), he proposed ways to improve the framework. The government should be clear about affordable and accessible animal care and seriously examine the broader costs of caring for pets, he said. It should also track broad trends in the cost of pet care and provide a sense of how costs are driven by inflation, manpower, advanced treatment and regulatory and professional requirements. There should be a stronger voice for animal welfare and pet owners’ interests, he added. 

]]>4552026-04-08T14:28:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/0df62bee-046b-486d-9c74-d9f067655881/a5a5d700-e679-4900-afe8-2cb950698c84/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/alvin-tan-veterinary-practice-bill-6043351https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--TbyZNOY8--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775630836-image.jpg?itok=ofFITkL8Alvin Tan on Veterinary Practice BillSingapore’s pet population and demand for vet services have grown, with the number of licensed vets at about 700 as of end-2025. Against this backdrop, the government will set up a Veterinary Council to raise professional standards. There will be a tiered registration framework - full, restricted and specialist - to better differentiate a vet’s qualification, training and experience. Only vets have to be registered at the outset, but the plan is to extend this to other vet professionals. The maximum financial penalty will be raised to S$50,000 - up by S$4,000. Minister of State for National Development Alvin Tan, who outlined the key features of the bill in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8), said it will strengthen accountability, animal health and welfare outcomes and public confidence in the sector. The Veterinary Council will be set up this year, followed by the registration regime and disciplinary framework next year. This will give the sector sufficient time to adapt and strengthen its processes, said Mr Tan. 

]]>9982026-04-08T14:11:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/5eeaf54f-9d83-4775-999b-9ab1f5d59402/089ac012-875f-4532-b3c0-1bbd61a29714/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/iranians-celebrate-in-tehran-after-us-iran-declare-2-week-ceasefire-6042866https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--dM3GsCWT--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775621235-image.jpg?itok=uMUxOXq5Iranians celebrate in Tehran after US-Iran declare 2-week ceasefire392026-04-08T13:48:08+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/ac90b08b-ca15-48de-9d2a-6e9d9a53eea7/d3351fc7-966a-40a2-bfe2-47cb79186615/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/janil-puthucheary-responds-clarifications-sought-energy-conservation-amendment-bill-6043326https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--_t6whpYY--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775629936-image.jpg?itok=PXsxEVE4Janil Puthucheary responds to clarifications sought on Energy Conservation (Amendment) BillIn parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8), Senior Minister of State for Sustainability and the Environment Janil Puthucheary responded to clarifications sought by MPs on the Energy Conservation (Amendment) Bill. The bill was then passed.

]]>15532026-04-08T13:45:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/16b15433-b277-4c5a-9d09-6cbd2e2907f0/0fd58186-d41b-4afd-b3d9-e6774a07fdf2/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/foo-cexiang-energy-conservation-amendment-bill-6043266https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--tOLhmRyT--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775628135-image.jpg?itok=eNDrHWr7Foo Cexiang on Energy Conservation (Amendment) BillChanges outlined in the Energy Conservation (Amendment) Bill ensure consistent application of energy efficiency requirements while not overly restricting consumer choices, said MP Foo Cexiang in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8). However, he asked if it might be challenging for individual users to provide free samples of a product for testing or analysis, since they are likely to import only one. He also asked why an importer bringing in an item for their own use must register it even if another importer has already done so, and suggested a more streamlined approach.

]]>2452026-04-08T13:41:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/651a6632-f50e-400b-9e18-03a74dea5016/04bebd58-38fe-473c-ab0d-bee1d57cafa6/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/yip-hon-weng-energy-conservation-amendment-bill-6043251https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--6dyu2OjE--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775627835-image.jpg?itok=HQUrnIS6Yip Hon Weng on Energy Conservation (Amendment) BillThe Energy Conservation (Amendment) Bill closes a critical gap by applying energy efficiency requirements to goods imported directly for individuals’ own use, said MP Yip Hon Weng. He raised four concerns - affordability for consumers, buyer protection in the digital marketplace, fair implementation during the transition and transparency in enforcement. Beyond regulation, Mr Yip said energy security is built not just on policy, but on collective behaviour and discipline. He asked if the government will lead the way, such as by setting air-conditioning temperature standards across its buildings and incentivising eco-driving certification for commercial fleets. “The cheapest energy is the energy that we do not use,” he told parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8).

]]>4742026-04-08T13:34:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/0110530e-5aeb-46f7-b951-dc91fdda55f5/5089f18f-d8b7-44b1-8bc9-7484ec2f610c/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/introduction-government-bill-6043236https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--_fnXyNUH--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775627239-image.jpg?itok=te1tQLJsIntroduction of Government BillThe Skills and Workforce Development Agency Bill was introduced in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8).

]]>492026-04-08T13:33:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/1fd09f18-4e1a-4fc5-8bd2-7874006574d1/745453bb-224b-428c-9654-db2aa9f60cac/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/k-shanmugam-makes-clarification-6043231https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--hkwobzmZ--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775627235-image.jpg?itok=ctpu0j72K Shanmugam makes a clarificationIn parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8), Coordinating Minister for National Security and Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam clarified an answer to a parliamentary question in an earlier sitting, regarding the number of traffic accidents linked to vape or drug abuse.

]]>832026-04-08T13:32:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/dcd90755-7293-4434-a83f-1e7b5a7ebfeb/3da03d7e-7291-488a-92d5-7af97c785408/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/shawn-huang-makes-clarification-6043196https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--dtO1Rgqm--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/shawn-huang.png?itok=-y65kF6kShawn Huang makes a clarificationIn parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8), Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Manpower Shawn Huang clarified his answer to an earlier question - that career conversion programmes provide salary support to employers.

]]>132026-04-08T13:31:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/90a7dd59-ee1e-47e7-ab1c-71e875e71d03/80a8b689-2b50-42d8-b628-63e90687108d/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/goh-pei-ming-early-intervention-support-children-6043241https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--bdQZOimF--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775627243-image.jpg?itok=HTRfuLWzGoh Pei Ming on early intervention support for childrenThe Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) funds the Early Intervention Programme for Infants and Children (EIPIC), delivered by social service agencies, and EIPIC-P, delivered by appointed private providers, with means-tested fee caps to ensure affordability. Each child, including those with a confirmed or suspected autism diagnosis, has an education plan tailored to their developmental needs. Parents seeking supplementary intervention can tap the Child Development Account to pay for services by ECDA-registered providers. Minister of State for Social and Family Development Goh Pei Ming said this in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8) in reply to an MP’s questions.

]]>2932026-04-08T13:26:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/0dac0ef0-e051-4811-b5e3-abdfa339b58e/eb577e11-c116-4975-86df-f2420db2dee6/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/sim-ann-foreign-organisations-may-pose-concerns-singapores-national-security-6043201https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--jYexFy4c--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775626938-image.jpg?itok=_NaHHKqQSim Ann on foreign organisations that may pose concerns to Singapore’s national security The government publishes lists of individuals and entities for specific purposes related to national security. There are no plans to make public a broader list of foreign organisations that may pose concerns to Singapore's national security. Such a list may give rise to operational and security risks. Senior Minister of State for Home Affairs Sim Ann said this in reply to an MP’s questions in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8). She also said regular publicity and outreach efforts are conducted to raise public awareness of security threats, including from foreign organisations of concern, such as foreign terrorist groups. 

]]>2422026-04-08T13:22:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/d4f31883-5724-4a7c-8b50-85f7f70a6e85/27b0f5a2-07e9-44b6-9f6e-543882bbea63/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/sun-xueling-sustaining-local-commercial-diversity-6043216https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s---XGqAA9Y--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775626950-image.jpg?itok=cZfl3kmqSun Xueling on sustaining local commercial diversityVacancy rates for HDB rental shops have remained low and stable over the past five years. Some amount of churn is healthy as it allows less competitive businesses to exit and new businesses to enter, which provide products and services that can better meet the needs of residents. Senior Minister of State for National Development Sun Xueling, who said this in reply to an MP’s questions in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8), pointed out that HDB uses trade mix controls to ensure a good variety of shops to serve residents. 

]]>472026-04-08T13:21:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/1b8aa7ab-8d4f-4364-bd89-85bd2cdaf052/eae2239a-bc94-4e18-9fb4-eec479d16e02/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/zhulkarnain-abdul-rahim-ensuring-adequate-support-financial-assistance-schemes-6043206https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--w9Fmchh2--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775626941-image.jpg?itok=K0lVULQ4Zhulkarnain Abdul Rahim on ensuring adequate support from financial assistance schemes The Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) is monitoring the impact of the current economic situation on low-income families and is prepared to make adjustments as needed. Minister of State for Social and Family Development Zhulkarnain Abdul Rahim, who said this in reply to an MP’s questions in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8), pointed out that MSF reviews the ComCare per capita household income benchmark regularly. The ComCare assistance rates are also regularly adjusted to ensure adequate support, he said. 

]]>2122026-04-08T13:18:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/c24156b9-d05e-4fae-af41-cc5dd09a4ade/d3ecd2cd-679e-4dca-a3ea-40e6fdc17517/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/baey-yam-keng-ensuring-affordable-creative-workspaces-arts-practitioners-6043211https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--6P0y93vX--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775626945-image.jpg?itok=FEdN2fXZBaey Yam Keng on ensuring affordable creative workspaces for arts practitionersThe National Arts Council (NAC) supports the arts sector by providing workspaces at rates below commercial rental levels. It takes into account rising operational costs for maintenance and the need to ensure that the revised rates remain affordable. Minister of State for Culture, Community and Youth Baey Yam Keng highlighted this approach in reply to an MP’s questions in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8). Turning to Goodman Arts Centre (GAC), he said although the Arts House Group (AHG), which is the appointed operator for GAC, has started to engage tenants on rate increases, it will defer increases in 2026 amid the economic uncertainty. NAC and AHG will review the rates at the end of this year for 2027, said Mr Baey. 

]]>3152026-04-08T13:12:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/56f89df4-4d96-4ca1-a5a4-0ebd3303915a/ded9f114-9b93-45a6-8aaa-aea90bea94d1/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/josephine-teo-protecting-critical-information-infrastructures-against-insider-threats-6043181https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--pxg3X7AT--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775626339-image.jpg?itok=rsr3CXiJJosephine Teo on protecting Critical Information Infrastructures against insider threats Insider threats are just one of a multitude of threats facing Singapore’s Critical Information Infrastructures (CIIs). Owners of CIIs are required to put in place access management controls and processes to monitor for anomalies and suspicious activities. Digital Development and Information Minister Josephine Teo, who highlighted the safeguards in reply to an MP’s questions in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8), said the government will continue to review the standards required and consider further enhancements.

]]>4082026-04-08T13:05:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/e71076f2-b98a-421d-9209-63ab45649e6a/33469b28-5256-45b7-9265-b8643cb21cea/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/sun-xueling-support-buyers-whose-bto-flats-are-completed-early-6043156https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--yXxO4_bd--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775625440-image.jpg?itok=1aA80p94Sun Xueling on support for buyers whose BTO flats are completed earlyIn 2025, about 30 per cent of Build-to-Order (BTO) blocks were completed earlier than estimated at the time of booking - by about two months, on average. Buyers are notified by HDB at three junctures - one year, six months and three months before expected completion. When their flats are ready, buyers must collect their keys and pay the balance flat price within a month. Those who face difficulties due to early completion can approach HDB for assistance. HDB may defer key collection for those who need extra time to sell their existing flats or work out their financing arrangements. Senior Minister of State for National Development Sun Xueling said this in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8) in answer to an MP’s question.

]]>1712026-04-08T13:03:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/b7b62076-1e49-4916-8b56-79cb219443c4/9d28258a-5f69-4c23-914f-79a98d010839/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/shawn-huang-pmet-hiring-demand-and-job-mismatches-6043151https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--koBQ4PsD--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775625434-image.jpg?itok=6J-cK4oEShawn Huang on PMET hiring demand and job mismatchesHiring demand for professionals, managers, executives and technicians (PMETs) remains higher than the number of PMET retrenchments, and many in-demand PMET jobs are in finance and infocomm, said Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Manpower Shawn Huang. He was answering an MP’s question on whether his ministry plans to study the profile of PMETs who have been retrenched and the types of jobs the market is looking for, to improve job-matching efforts. Mr Huang added that mismatches in the labour market may be driven by shifts in skill requirements - for example, as firms expand technology functions while restructuring roles that have become easier to automate. He spoke in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8).

]]>2712026-04-08T12:58:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/197f97f5-6390-4a8a-9394-1bc70fc0936a/0031c55d-9c97-4dd8-87f6-81b2e2dfe90d/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/shawn-huang-protections-delivery-workers-6043136https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--GkQAhRt5--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775625133-image.jpg?itok=kHBiv6GgShawn Huang on protections for delivery workersIn parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8), Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Manpower Shawn Huang said platform operators and platform work associations should continue bilateral discussions on industry-wide and accepted principles relating to treatment and protection of workers. This includes information that can be provided during disruptions such as an operator exiting the market; this has been done before when it came to transparency of earnings. He encouraged NTUC to continue to lead such discussions. Mr Huang was answering an MP’s questions.

]]>2192026-04-08T12:54:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/72d09f7e-944a-4090-9338-4bae31a393ea/358c6967-e735-47ff-91ed-082c90bd2485/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/alvin-tan-strengthening-giro-safeguards-6043141https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--M9g369YT--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775625140-image.jpg?itok=ivHUGL4vAlvin Tan on strengthening GIRO safeguardsThe Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is working with the Association of Banks in Singapore and member banks to strengthen GIRO safeguards. The review will look at steps such as enabling customers to set monthly limits on the value and number of transactions, and enhancing transaction monitoring and due diligence on billing organisations. Announcing this in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8), MAS Board Member Alvin Tan said existing checks by banks may not always be able to prevent errors and potential misuse of GIRO. While such cases have been uncommon so far, MAS agrees that safeguards should be strengthened, he said in reply to MPs' questions.

]]>3922026-04-08T12:48:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/9dbd8885-52de-468c-85db-51eb9248dbcc/10691ca3-354d-4dd7-832c-73c1c5f29ce0/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/zaqy-mohamad-mental-health-support-full-time-national-servicemen-6043071https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--6lKoch30--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775624234-image.jpg?itok=036fEk0jZaqy Mohamad on mental health support for Full-Time National ServicemenThe Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) has measures to support Full-Time National Servicemen (NSFs) who face psychosocial stressors that may impact their mental health. These NSFs are identified through Basic Military Training, surveys and interviews. They can also reach out to their commanders or the SAF counselling hotline. They are then referred for help to SAF’s mental health support system, financial assistance schemes and rehabilitation services. SAF also works with the wider community support system to ensure their continued well-being after completing National Service. Senior Minister of State for Defence Zaqy Mohamad said this in reply to a parliamentary question on Wednesday (Apr 8).

]]>2832026-04-08T12:43:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/355583de-5a54-4254-8bdd-c73cbeed695a/44cf4ebd-b5cb-403e-aa9f-3d48c1bce19b/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/david-neo-alternative-education-training-and-reintegration-pathways-school-leavers-6043076https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--RyGrzPik--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775624239-image.jpg?itok=x8POgvqRDavid Neo on alternative education, training and reintegration pathways for school leaversThe goal of the Ministry of Education is to ensure that all Singaporeans have education, training or reintegration pathways through life, regardless of when or how they left school, said Senior Minister of State for Education David Neo. Replying to an MP’s question in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8), he highlighted the pathways and range of training and support that are available for those who wish to continue their education. 

]]>3492026-04-08T12:37:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/dfef4b33-aaee-4ef2-833a-fa8ba56fd8db/2c5f16ce-5248-484d-9a5d-aff30e105905/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/jasmin-lau-economic-social-and-cultural-status-slope-ranking-pisa-6043041https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--6JGFwBYm--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775623638-image.jpg?itok=M7Be7KYKJasmin Lau on economic, social and cultural status slope ranking of PISA Based on the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) results, Singapore has a steeper slope representing the association between the socioeconomic status (SES) background and performance of students. While students from lower SES homes performed better than their Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) counterparts with similar SES, those from higher SES homes outperformed their peers by an even larger margin. This differential gives rise to the steeper slope. Minister of State for Education Jasmin Lau, who explained this in reply to parliamentary questions on Wednesday (Apr 8), said the Ministry of Education is committed to uplifting students who need more help without capping the potential of those who can excel. 

]]>3512026-04-08T12:31:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/a007853f-d04f-4f88-97bf-b85278bbbe13/fe1b3e7b-1305-45e6-80b2-3682f10b4526/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/jasmin-lau-socioeconomic-status-performance-gap-students-6043046https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--NzH2_sT9--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775623643-image.jpg?itok=YiG4KZzBJasmin Lau on socioeconomic status performance gap of studentsGlobally, Singapore students from higher socioeconomic status backgrounds tend to perform better academically than those from lower-income backgrounds. There are no plans to study whether secondary school placement based on PSLE results amplifies this as there many factors that influence the academic performance of students. Instead, the focus is to help all students achieve their full potential, regardless of background. Minister of State for Education Jasmin Lau highlighted this approach in reply to parliamentary questions on Wednesday (Apr 8). 

]]>3342026-04-08T12:26:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/7930a5b3-9a89-49d3-9996-7419a03453c5/a0972a85-e212-4808-9fa6-940cc457e5ef/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/goh-pei-ming-trend-in-rape-and-molestation-cases-6043016https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--mghwmqaw--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775623337-image.jpg?itok=dKuBVAUzGoh Pei Ming on trend in rape and molestation cases From 2024 to 2025, there was an increase of 104 cases of outrage of modesty (OM) - from 1,427 to 1,531 cases. Rape cases also went up - from 401 to 479. The majority of rape cases and more than half of OM cases involved offenders known to the victims. The proportion of rape and OM cases involving offenders known to the victims has remained stable over the last five years. Minister of State for Home Affairs Goh Pei Ming shared these statistics in reply to an MP’s question in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8). 

]]>1162026-04-08T12:24:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/2901a59e-6b9a-43d7-a8e8-3148a537bbf1/589c6c9a-45f3-491b-b6eb-bb3822d8cc8a/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/janil-puthucheary-mother-tongue-languages-in-primary-schools-6043021https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--dnnhwxlf--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775623342-image.jpg?itok=LFnnON4tJanil Puthucheary on mother tongue languages in primary schoolsThe Ministry of Education ensures that students can access a primary school near their homes. Except for 15 Special Assistance Plan schools, all primary schools offer the three official mother tongue languages. Senior Minister of State for Education Janil Puthucheary said this in reply to a parliamentary question on Wednesday (Apr 8). 

]]>302026-04-08T12:23:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/8bb4d6f5-5c6f-49bc-9ba8-9120408391f6/54dea809-c2fe-48f1-9fd0-f06bbaa65a50/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/workers-party-members-hop-90s-viral-video-trend-6042871https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--VAvUbshR--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775620935-image.jpg?itok=nL3iL6Pk212026-04-08T12:14:11+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/9022dd16-2fae-4778-8c80-d84db71684c4/daf39b15-4cbf-459f-a617-876966b6014e/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/goh-pei-ming-co-parenting-arrangements-between-foster-and-biological-parents-6043011https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--Wd_nKTow--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775623333-image.jpg?itok=qz-RveHyGoh Pei Ming on co-parenting arrangements between foster and biological parentsThe Ministry of Social and Family Development will continue to grow the pool of foster parents so that more children in state care can be placed in safe and stable family-based settings. It has partnered fostering agencies, community organisations, religious groups and private organisations to raise awareness and recruit more foster families, as well as strengthen support measures. Minister of State for Social and Family Development Goh Pei Ming highlighted the initiatives in reply to parliamentary questions on Wednesday (Apr 8). He told the House that about six per cent of foster parents were deregistered each year on average over the past three years due to reasons such as new family commitments, health or age-related factors and relocation. 

]]>6362026-04-08T12:13:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/c3f377b1-f48a-4927-bd0b-1fcdae7baffc/23bf8881-2812-47d8-9a42-c08e35a63b19/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/cna-correspondent-podcast/bts-comeback-iconic-k-pop-band-aims-once-again-conquer-world-6042891CNA Correspondent Podcast - BTS comeback: Iconic K-pop band aims to once again conquer the world Fans are rejoicing over the long-awaited return of boy band BTS. But beyond the spectacle, the ultra-famous K-pop group is expected to bring in billions of dollars to South Korea. Genevieve Woo speaks to Lim Yun Suk and Grace Shin about the Bangtan Boys' growing role at the intersection of culture, economics and global influence.02026-04-08T12:08:55+08:00https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/muhammad-faishal-ibrahim-haj-arrangements-singapore-pilgrims-amid-mideast-security-situation-6042976https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--Ij9QFsLb--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775622734-image.jpg?itok=z6EyV9e-Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim on Haj arrangements for Singapore pilgrims amid Mideast security situation Haj preparations for 2026 are proceeding as planned. The Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) remains in close contact with Saudi Arabia on the arrangements and will continue to monitor the latest developments in the Middle East. MUIS is working closely with the Association of Muslim Travel Agents (Singapore) and the appointed travel agents and service providers to support pilgrims for a safe journey. It is also developing contingency plans for potential travel disruptions and unforeseen incidents during the pilgrimage. Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim gave this update in reply to an MP's questions in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8).

]]>3142026-04-08T12:07:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/eb0d80f5-92ad-4fdb-83ea-3535adc2991b/67138fa0-bec3-4528-93c2-57d0603d37ba/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/rahayu-mahzam-public-health-indicators-better-track-health-outcomes-and-system-pressures-6042986https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--Oh1zQ4Ho--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775623033-image.jpg?itok=xcFS5tnMRahayu Mahzam on public health indicators to better track health outcomes and system pressuresThe Ministry of Health publishes various public health indicators related to the health system and population health outcomes. Minister of State for Health Rahayu Mahzam highlighted the various indicators that are available in reply to an MP’s question in parliament on Wednesday (Apr 8). She pointed out that health outcomes take time to shape and evolve, and it would not be appropriate to report them fortnightly or monthly.

]]>4642026-04-08T12:00:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/bf318d5f-b187-4dbc-b27e-a838dd1753a6/80916ae0-be5e-4d88-b6b6-98f6fc7dacb4/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/3-gunmen-open-fire-outside-israeli-consulate-in-istanbul-6042801https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--6eX_B7Va--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775620635-image.jpg?itok=WzWQk2H63 gunmen open fire outside Israeli Consulate in Istanbul742026-04-08T11:10:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/6c1117a6-0fd9-4b80-8cd8-6d6cc739fb4e/71c9baf9-078b-4123-b461-d3ad46898db7/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/singapore-tonight/tue-7-apr-2026-6041646https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--4i5zcZdM--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/08/1775579833-image.jpg?itok=EBSnVJ1TSingapore Tonight - Tue 7 Apr 2026From business to politics, health to technology, we bring you up-to-date with the latest news on Singapore and analyze how these events may affect you tomorrow.

]]>27732026-04-08T00:00:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/717823cb-b3ba-487a-8c64-1f72d96463ab/0ad1f965-d2ee-432e-ba6e-a281a652ab37/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/defamation-trial-shanmugam-claims-bloomberg-had-agenda-write-about-his-property-sale-6041606https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--lSitwVUW--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/07/0407bloomberg.png?itok=kz_Ys3DPDefamation trial: Shanmugam claims Bloomberg had agenda to write about his property saleHome Affairs Minister K Shanmugam said Bloomberg had an agenda in its reporting of his property transaction. Speaking on the first day of a defamation hearing, he labelled Bloomberg's emails discussing coverage as "venomous". Mr Shanmugam and Manpower Minister Tan See Leng are suing Bloomberg over an article by journalist Low De Wei on high-end property deals. They say the article falsely suggested that they had acted improperly in their transactions. The trial against Bloomberg is on until next Thursday. Sherlyn Seah reports.

]]>2332026-04-07T23:23:25+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/9b58ba1a-6758-4e4d-8d5e-6b3a19440a42/bba79392-5b45-46de-9e02-b034e05f4a20/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/new-laws-rts-link-outline-powers-malaysian-immigration-officers-in-singapore-6041601https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--9BjlwJi2--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/07/0407rts.png?itok=xglqkCXJNew laws for RTS Link to outline powers for Malaysian immigration officers in SingaporeCommuters on the upcoming Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System will be able to clear immigration just once, when new laws are passed. The Cross Border Railways Border Control Co-Location Bill paves the way for immigration officers from both countries to be stationed at each end to ease checks. The bill is expected to be debated in May before being passed into law and implemented in June. Journeys between the two stations are expected to take about five minutes and can carry up to 10,000 passengers an hour in each direction. Aslam Shah reports. 

]]>2142026-04-07T23:12:03+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/0c4072e4-84d0-4027-8d68-d30522891ade/25cbf9f4-6391-4f60-8f16-00ab96c51a14/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/singapore-has-sufficient-buffers-contingency-plans-in-place-shanmugam-6041551https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--gSDo23AD--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/07/0407shan.png?itok=ouB68g9nSingapore has sufficient buffers, contingency plans in place: ShanmugamCoordinating Minister for National Security K Shanmugam said Singapore plans to build up its stockpiles, despite the higher cost. This is something the government deems necessary, amid the ongoing Iran war. He added that Singapore has not tapped its fuel reserves or introduced rationing, but warned that disruptions to its energy and electricity supply cannot be ruled out if the situation worsens. Sabrina Ng reports. 

]]>2002026-04-07T23:02:42+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/38e9bd7f-83b3-4167-8b1a-e64fd016443d/b93fda82-fb72-40a5-a7d0-e098a0e48139/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/cost-living-special-payment-eligible-singaporeans-get-s400-s600-cash-in-sep-6041536https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--_w86zyTS--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/07/0407jeffreysiow.png?itok=ZBtAsUcGCost-of-Living Special Payment: Eligible Singaporeans to get S$400 to S$600 cash in SepClose to S$1 billion will be set aside to support Singaporeans most affected by rising costs linked to the war on Iran. This is on top of measures introduced in this year's Budget. Senior Minister of State for Finance Jeffrey Siow said the package is much larger than the one rolled out in 2022 in response to the Russia-Ukraine War. To help households, S$500 CDC vouchers will be disbursed in June, brought forward from January next year. About 2.4 million Singaporeans will also receive an additional $200 in cash under a Cost-of-Living Special Payment, which will be disbursed in September. Claudia Lim reports. 

]]>2072026-04-07T22:58:50+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/2f1116cc-fdef-49c7-9feb-5287be956212/cab5bf74-a3fa-4453-a7f1-e7466f5f3d47/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/singapore-needs-be-prepared-impact-war-iran-persist-some-time-dpm-gan-6041556https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--kUsuDkWa--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/07/1775573239-image.jpg?itok=m_iCmhlkSingapore needs to be prepared for impact of war on Iran to persist for some time: DPM GanElectricity, transport and daily necessities are expected to become more expensive in Singapore, with the impact from the war on Iran likely lasting even after the conflict ends. Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong said the government's long-term strategy includes diversifying sources of supply and ensuring the free flow of energy and goods. While early GDP data shows growth remained resilient in Q1 2026, momentum is expected to slow. Mr Gan added that the Ministry of Trade and Industry will monitor developments closely and update Singapore's GDP forecast in May. Nadirah Zaidi reports.

]]>2262026-04-07T22:53:52+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/b9e57dae-94b8-468a-84f9-d55d52cc4994/00aa993a-acc3-4020-a74f-b0f5e915e28d/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/southeast-asia-shifts-favour-china-over-us-narrow-margin-iseas-poll-6041211https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--GzI4vC2H--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/07/1775561839-image.jpg?itok=BC_ohaxXSoutheast Asia shifts favour to China over US by narrow margin: ISEAS pollJoanne Lin, Senior Fellow and Coordinator at the ASEAN Studies Centre of the ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute, tells CNA that findings from 'The State of Southeast Asia: 2026 Survey Report' show a majority of respondents would choose China over the United States if forced to take sides.

]]>5292026-04-07T22:35:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/24a4c601-c2ee-4b6b-8d70-b6236d73e3d9/cce94eeb-16cb-4403-a1b4-393e65e5c558/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/good-death-innovators/designing-final-act-5995711https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--P8s9lRo---/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/06/vlcsnap-2026-03-13-03h57m47s153.png?itok=IwuWDBGPGood Death Innovators - Designing the Final ActWhy rehearse your death? Inside the mock coffins and drone burials redesigning our final act.

]]>28032026-04-07T22:00:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/5e6b58a8-52cb-4399-94bc-9eaf0b1bd9a7/1e6b1bb4-a59a-4aa0-b887-017b6677c6b7/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/asia-tonight/tue-7-apr-2026-6041481https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--yLBsVG1q--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/07/1775572337-image.jpg?itok=IQLSxBl0Asia Tonight - Tue 7 Apr 2026News and views from around the region, delivered with uniquely Asian perspectives.

]]>27612026-04-07T21:59:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/9b2a6b86-d81b-47cb-87b8-f7c1fc538c21/9680e0b9-9d76-4ba1-9f4f-4c2011699836/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/clock-ticking-traditional-soy-sauce-factory-hong-kong-develops-northern-metropolis-6041346https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--5_zn6-lw--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/07/0407soy.png?itok=DsVoxPsFClock ticking for traditional soy sauce factory as Hong Kong develops Northern MetropolisHong Kong is transforming a rural district into a modern metropolis, putting one of its last traditional soy sauce factories under threat. The Yuet Wo Sauce factory faces an uncertain future as it struggles to find a new site suitable for its time-honoured craft. For over 80 years, the family-run business has used traditional methods to make its sauces, including chili, hoisin and vinegar.

]]>1522026-04-07T21:41:33+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/53e63924-d3b1-4039-a815-168706117f71/8a73479a-e7bc-40a5-8472-0f3731e7d59b/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/vietnam-elects-communist-party-chief-lam-president-6041351https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--1yW-padr--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/04/07/1775566940-image.jpg?itok=V9bK_wdHVietnam elects Communist Party chief To Lam as presidentVietnam's ruling party chief To Lam has been elected as president after a vote in the National Assembly. This consolidates his power, after his re-election as the Communist Party's general-secretary earlier this year. Mr Lam has pledged a "new growth model" that's likely to build on his previous political and economic reforms. Leong Wai Kit reports from Hanoi.

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