Forum: Taylor Swift concerts raise issue of Singapore’s cost competitiveness as a venue

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The recent buzz surrounding Singapore’s deal to have Taylor Swift concerts here has highlighted the Republic’s determination to position itself as a hub capable of hosting arts, music, culture and sports events. 

But it has also raised questions about our cost competitiveness as a venue in this region. Singapore’s high accommodation and food prices have impinged on that. 

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