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New SBF Leadership, Future-Ready Priorities |
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At SBF's 24th AGM, Mark Lee was elected Chairman alongside the newly appointed 13th SBF Council, comprising leaders from across industries committed to championing business interests and helping businesses navigate an increasingly uncertain global environment.
Setting out his priorities, SBF Chairman Mark Lee said," As Chairman of SBF, my priority is to ensure that businesses remain competitive, resilient and future-ready. We will work closely with businesses, government and industry partners to develop practical solutions, foster a pro-enterprise environment and help companies build the capabilities needed to innovate, internationalise and grow with confidence." |
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Following the AGM, SBF convened the 5th Future Ready Business Dialogue, featuring Coordinating Minister for Public Services and Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing and moderated by SBF Vice-Chair Chin Wei Jia, to discuss resilience, future-ready capabilities and strategies for staying competitive amid ongoing global change. |
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WHAT'S HAPPENING |
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Singapore Reclaims the Top Spot in Global Competitiveness
Singapore is back on top. The city-state reclaimed first place in the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking, surpassing Switzerland on the strength of a world-leading performance in business efficiency. IMD credited Singapore's adaptability and strong institutions as the driving force behind the climb. |
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Building New Partnerships in China's Supply Chain Ecosystem
With trade flows and supply chains being reshaped by geopolitical and economic shifts, Singapore businesses are seeking new pathways for growth. At the 4th China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE), SBF led Singapore's first national pavilion, showcasing how collaboration, connectivity and trusted partnerships can unlock opportunities across regional and global value chains. |
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BUILD CAPABILITY FOR BUSINESS RESULTS |
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How Can Wholesale Trade Companies Turn Workforce Planning into Real Business Transformation?
Building a future-ready workforce takes more than a plan. In this episode of SBFConnects, SBF's Thian Tai Chew shares how 11 MOUs are building a coordinated talent ecosystem for the wholesale trade industry — and how the JSIT-WST programme is helping businesses redesign jobs, upskill their people, and secure the talent pipelines they need to grow. |
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TURN DIGITAL SOLUTIONS TO BUSINESS VALUE |
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Is Your Business Cyber-Ready? Build Stronger Cyber Hygiene
Strengthen your cybersecurity readiness through a hands-on workshop designed for businesses starting their cyber journey. Participants will learn about common cyber threats, Cyber Essentials, CISO-as-a-Service and practical steps to improve baseline cyber hygiene. The session also includes an online cyber health check and Cyber Essentials in Action, an interactive tabletop game where participants respond to real-world cyber scenarios and learn how to better protect their business operations. |
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SOCIAL IMPACT THAT DRIVES BUSINESS |
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How Can Businesses Better Support Employees Returning to Work After Cancer?
SBF Foundation Director of Programmes and Partnerships Jeffrey Tan shares why leadership commitment, flexible workplace practices and structured return-to-work policies are increasingly critical. As cancer diagnoses rise and more survivors re-enter the workforce, employers have an opportunity to strengthen workforce resilience, improve retention and unlock productivity through more inclusive and supportive workplaces |
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The DBS Foundation Grant 2026 is Now Open for Application!
We are looking for innovative social enterprises and SMEs that improve the lives of those in need so that they can be more socially and financially resilient. Moreover, as life spans increase, we are looking for solutions that enable people at all life stages to age with dignity, purpose and joy. If your business provides essential needs or fosters financial inclusion, we invite you to apply for the grant. |
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Business Mission to AI Wave Taipei 2026
Join our Business Mission to AI Wave Taipei 2026 and benefit from a focused 3-day market immersion, including direct access to leading Taiwan tech players, AI & innovation site visits, and 3–5 curated B2B matchmaking sessions!
*Member rates apply to SGTech members only. |
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What Does it Take to Make Workplace Safety and Health Work, Not Just in Policy, But in Practice?
At The Singapore WSH Conference 2026, join leaders and practitioners as we explore how organisations strengthen safety culture, stay ahead of evolving risks, and build workplaces anchored on health, well-being and psychological safety.
Framed by the theme “Insight to Impact: Collective Effort for Stronger WSH Outcomes”, the Conference focuses on practical, real-world approaches turning insights into actions that deliver results.
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