October 2005 in Malaysia and Singapore - 17 October 2005 (Monday)

17 October 2005 (Monday)

  • Health Minister Khaw Boon Wan says that Singapore is preparing isolation wards in hospitals and stockpiling medicines to tackle a possible bird flu pandemic in the densely populated city-state. (Reuters)
  • The 50% cap on gaming revenues from the planned Integrated Resorts was dropped after feedback from bidders. (CNA)
  • The Public Transport Council will be given greater powers, including that for reviewing fares and to crack down on fare cheats. (CNA)

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