Singapore, North Korea's seventh largest trading partner, has halted its trade relations with the reclusive country, as part of global efforts to cut off funding over its nuclear and missile programs.
Equities in Asia edged lower after weaker crude oil prices took a toll on Wall Street. Index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was down 0.16 percent.
Singapore stocks fell for a fourth session on Wednesday, tracking weakness in other Asian equities after weaker crude oil prices took a toll on Wall Street.
Indian shares extended fall on Tuesday, tracking lackluster Asian equities and amidst reduced chances of a rate cut by the central bank after retail inflation quickened to a seven-month high.
Indian shares extended fall on Tuesday, tracking lackluster Asian equities and amidst reduced chances of a rate cut by the central bank after retail inflation quickened to a seven-month high.
Singapore stocks ended little changed on Monday, led by lenders such as United Overseas Bank but sentiment was cautious on account of weakness in Asian equities.
Singapore stocks were little changed on Monday, led by lenders such as United Overseas Bank but sentiment was cautious on account of mixed Asian equities.