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Economist Service

Learn more about the Economist Service of Singapore and explore career opportunities as a public sector economist.

Last updated 21 July 2026
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Introduction

The Economist Service is a professional scheme for economists in the Singapore public service, who are involved in rigorous, policy-oriented economic research and analysis.  Economist Service officers help to shape public policies through economic thought leadership and robust economic insights.

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About the Economist Service

The Economist Service is a professional scheme for economists in the Singapore public service.

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Join the Economist Service

Learn more about the Economist Service scheme, the Economist Service Scholarship and the Economist Service Research Assistant Programme.

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Meet our Economists

Get to know our Economists.