The Singapore Government, often referred to as Singapore Inc. by foreign journalists and other observers, takes an entrepreneurial approach to foster a friendly business environment. Online guides are available to individuals, companies and other organisations seeking to engage in business and other organisational activities in Singapore. In addition to a low tax regime, various other business incentives are made available to assist SMEs and other organisations, for example, charities.

In this connection, listed below is a sample of some useful links to governmental resources to get entrepreneurs and other interested organisations started. Interested parties can then do their own research on doing business and/or engaging in other activities in Singapore.

Self Tutorials
Essentials of Starting a Business’ (ESB).
https://www.acra.gov.sg/training-and-resources/acra-academy/ESB/essential-of-starting-a-business

Directors Training Programme
https://www.acra.gov.sg/training-and-resources/acra-academy/dtp/programme-details

Governance, Regulatory/Statutory Compliance
Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority ("ACRA"), the regulator of business entities.
https://www.acra.gov.sg/

Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore, the government’s main tax administrator.
https://www.iras.gov.sg/irashome/default.aspx

Charity Portal, useful information on the regulation of charities.
https://www.charities.gov.sg/Pages/Home.aspx

Business Incentives
Enterprise SG, providing support to SMEs.
https://www.enterprisesg.gov.sg/financial-assistance/tax-incentives

Economic Development Board ("EDB"), promotion of investments into Singapore.
https://www.edb.gov.sg/en/how-we-help/incentives-and-schemes.html

Common Tax Reliefs from the IRAS, to reduce taxes.
https://www.iras.gov.sg/irashome/Businesses/Companies/Learning-the-basics-of-Corporate-Income-Tax/Common-Tax-Reliefs-That-Help-Reduce-The-Tax-Bills/
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