Archive:October 20, 2023

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Singapore: Updates to Tax Incentives for Single Family Offices
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$2 Billion Money Laundering Case Threatens Singapore’s Reputation

Singapore: Updates to Tax Incentives for Single Family Offices

By: Edward Bennett and Ke Jia Lim

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has recently introduced new guidelines for Single Family Offices (SFOs) applying for tax incentives under the Section 13O and Section 13U schemes. The changes aim to expand tax incentives for family offices to promote investment in environmental and social causes.

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$2 Billion Money Laundering Case Threatens Singapore’s Reputation

By: Edward Bennett and Ke Jia Lim

Singapore, known for its fiercely guarded reputation as a global financial hub and growing asset management centre, is currently entangled in one of the most substantial money laundering scandals globally, with a staggering S$2.8 billion (US$2 billion) in seized assets. Ten suspects, originally from China but residing in Singapore, face money laundering charges linked to scams and illegal online gambling.

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