Singapore's Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) said it entered into a research agreement with Nestlé to help boost the company's expansion in R&D in the country.

Stevia Corp., a farm management company focused on the economic development of Stevia, announced Thomas Ong as director of operations, Asia.

Bunge Agribusiness Singapore Pte. Ltd. announced it intends to form a joint venture with PT Bumiraya Investindo (BRI), the Indonesian palm plantation subsidiary of PT Tiga Pilar Sejahtera Food Tbk (TPS Food).

Singapore, referred to as “Asia light” by some, is a modern city that offers a variety of seafood and street foods. The population is made up of Chinese, Malaysian and Indian majorities, so their mix of customs and traditions makes Singapore culture and food very unique.