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CNA938 Rewind - Singapore warns of slowdown in second half of 2025, as it keeps monetary policy steady

CNA938 Rewind

The Monetary Authority of Singapore kept its monetary policy unchanged, after easing twice earlier in 2025. The MAS warned that GDP growth is projected to moderate in the second half of 2025. Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng get more insights on how economic activities might pan out in the last two quarters of this year and the impact on GDP, from Song Seng Wun, economic advisor, CGSI. 

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CNA938 Rewind - #TalkBack: What else can be done to stem the vaping problem, especially if drugs could be involved?

Those who abuse K-pods could soon face harsher penalties, including mandatory rehabilitation and jail time. Authorities are working to list the substance under the Misuse of Drugs Act. Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Dr Steve Yang, Consultant Respiratory Physician at The Respiratory Practice, and Adjunct Assistant Professor Clive Tan, Senior Consultant at the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine and Public Health Specialist at Tan Tock Seng Hospital.

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CNA938 Rewind - Groups like UNC3886 focus on online espionage and exploiting vulnerabilities

What is UNC3886 - the entity targeting prominent strategic organisations globally - and how could it threaten Singapore’s national security infrastructure? Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Vivek Chudgar, Managing Director for Asia Pacific & Japan at Mandiant, Google Cloud.

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CNA938 Rewind - Eat, Drink, Singapore - Reimagining afternoon tea @ St Regis Singapore

The St. Regis Singapore introduces The Tea Room - a new space that brings a fresh take on the afternoon tea ritual. Hui Wong finds out what’s on their new menu and what are some traditional afternoon tea etiquette to take note of with Nathalyn Fong, Director of Marketing Communications from St Regis Singapore.

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CNA938 Rewind - Mind Your Money - Impact investing

While there are many challenges in financing Sustainable Development goals, investment companies are still seeking out opportunities in areas like sustainable agriculture, biofuels and AI-powered HR tech. Hui Wong finds out more from Dr Charlie In, Founder of Raffles Capital US.

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CNA938 Rewind - Baby-trafficking syndicate: What’s driving the illegal trade? 

Following up from the recent bust by the Indonesian authorities on a baby-trafficking ring, Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman delve deeper into the world of baby-trafficking syndicates and look at what drives the illegal trade. They chat with Amihan Abueva, Regional Executive Director at Child Rights Coalition Asia.

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