Adapting to a new era of uncertainty

THIS WEEK'S TOPIC: One year into the Trump presidency, how do you see the role of America in the global economy, and the impact, if any, for business in Asia?

Victor Mills Chief Executive, Singapore International Chamber of Commerce

ECONOMICALLY, the US remains a powerhouse that none can ignore. American inventiveness and businesses are as impressive and successful as ever. This is thanks to individual companies executing their strategies and serving their customers everywhere. Their achievement has nothing whatever to do with President Donald Trump.

Geo-politically, the US is diminished. Other world powers are taking full advantage by filling the vacuum. So far, damage has been contained because the constitutional checks…