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Singapore's Parliament affirmed an amended motion on the nation's economic direction after nearly nine hours of debate. The Workers' Party rejected proposed amendments but lost the final vote, highlighting tensions over how to reform the growth model.
The US has imposed a 12.5% tariff on Singapore exports, claiming the nation has failed to adequately enforce forced labour prohibitions. The move affects approximately one-third of Singapore's US-bound shipments and reflects mounting trade tensions under the Trump administration.