Economics
Singapore Pledges $605 Million in Further Virus Help Amid Curbs
- Measures to help include wage subsidies and rental relief
- Support won’t require additional draw on past reserves
A near deserted street in the Boat Quay area of the central business district of Singapore, on May 19.
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Singapore announced S$800 million ($605 million) in additional support for businesses and individuals affected by restrictions imposed this month as it confronts a recent uptick in Covid-19 cases.