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At the debut ceremony The company was jointly established by Singapore Technologies Engineering Aerospace and Vietnam Airlines Engineering Company (VAECO) following a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation signed between the two sides on April 26 last year. … [Read more...] about Vietnam Singapore Technologies Engineering Aerospace debuts

This is the first time since the launch of the Singapore edition of the MICHELIN guide in 2016 that the supreme distinction has been awarded to two establishments in the city-state.  Singapore has long been considered as a global destination with a myriad of possibilities through its iconic infrastructure, empowering business environment, multi-cultural experiences and distinctive lifestyle options. Sharing about this achievement, Gwendal POULLENNEC, International Director of the MICHELIN guides said, "With two of its establishments promoted to a three-star ranking, Singapore is clearly positioned as a leading gastronomic destination. Getting a three star is always a singular moment in a chef’s life and I am convinced that’s the same feeling for a city or a country. With this historic first, which completes an already extensive culinary scene, Singapore enters a new dimension to the eyes and palate of food lovers.” Opened in 1994 and firmly established as a … [Read more...] about Singapore gets two three-MICHELIN-starred restaurants for first time in history

Restaurants awarded Bib Gourmand indicate that their menu is of high-quality and is priced at a maximum of S$45. This year, 58 establishments of the city-state are being recognised with the distinction. More extravagant options include fine-dining restaurants such as Les Amis and Odette which have been awarded 3 MICHELIN stars according to the MICHELIN Guide Singapore. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Highlights: ·         Chen’s Mapo Tofu (6A Shenton Way, #02-29 Downtown Gallery): This is the more affordable fast-food version of Shisen Hanten, managed by the same chef. The famous namesake dish is reincarnated as mapo don, literally mapo tofu on a bowl of Japanese rice. It's more numbing than spicy, with silky tofu and ground pork. Dan dan mien is another favourite, with the choice between soup and dressed noodles. Szechwan popcorn chicken with a crispy crust and juicy centre packs serious oomph and is also worth trying. … [Read more...] about MICHELIN Guide Singapore 2019

The exhibition features over 220 artefacts including 75 loans from institutional and private collections, including precious personal collections and treasures from top international museums. Explore the 200 years leading up to the establishment of an entrepôt in Singapore in 1819, beginning with the bustling world of trade in the East Indies that attracted the Dutch and British East India Companies from the early 17th century. The European entry into the region, for better or worse, was only part of its longer history. This exhibition is a telling of that story, and a reflection of the broader forces at play that culminated in the events of 1819. Where: National Museum of Singapore When: 21 Sep 2019 – 29 Mar 2020 Admission: S$15 Info:  https://www.nationalmuseum.sg/our-exhibitions/exhibition-list/an-old-new-world … [Read more...] about An Old New World: New exhibition at National Museum of Singapore

Senior Minister and Coordinating Minister for National Security Teo Chee Hean speaks at the opening ceremony.(Photo: straitstimes.com) Singapore (VNA) – Deputy Minister of Public Security Sen. Lieut. Gen Nguyen Van Thanh is leading a Vietnamese delegation to join the 4th Singapore International Cyber Week 2019 (SICW), which opened on October 1. In his remarks, Senior Minister and Coordinating Minister for National Security Teo Chee Hean stressed besides substantial benefits, digital technology has posed pressing cyber threats to all countries worldwide as cybercrime has become more sophisticated. In that context, nations should join hands to respond to the challenges so as to build a safe cyber space that meets development requirements in each country, he said, affirming as a victim of many cyber-attacks, Singapore pledges close cooperation with all countries to develop a secure network based on regulations. Singapore will play a catalyst role to promote collaboration and … [Read more...] about Vietnam attends Singapore International Cyber Week