How advanced manufacturing helped this Asian nation beat growth forecasts

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In 2025, Singapore’s economy exceeded expectations, with advanced manufacturing emerging as a surprising growth engine, from biomedicals to AI-related semiconductors and servers. With major global investments pouring in and proactive government initiatives attracting top talent, the city-state is pushing hard on its Manufacturing 2030 vision. But sustaining that momentum will depend on nurturing a fresh talent pipeline and navigating geopolitical challenges in the critical technology stack between the U.S. and China.

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How advanced manufacturing helped this Asian nation beat growth forecasts

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