Lee U-Wen

Lee U-Wen

NEWS EDITOR

Lee U-Wen is BT’s News Editor. He is responsible for the paper’s overall news coverage. He works with a team of editors and reporters that cover companies and markets, property, ESG, macro, SME, regional news and more.U-Wen joined BT in 2008, after spending close to four years at Mediacorp’s TODAY newspaper. He is a graduate of Seattle University in the United States.

Teenager Lamine Yamal, who plays for Barcelona, is one of the top stars in the Spanish squad at the World Cup.
THE FINISH LINE

European champions Spain on quest to regain World Cup crown

Norway, Belgium and France are also favoured to do well; Iran may spring a surprise or two

UK Investment Minister Jason Stockwood (right) with Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations Grace Fu at their meeting in Singapore on May 12.

Singapore a ‘trusted partner’ in shaping regional trade rules, says UK’s investment minister

There is growing interest from Singaporean investors in priority areas such as venture capital for emerging technologies and infrastructure, says Jason Stockwood

Christian Pulisic of the US (seen here at left, in action against Belgium in a friendly match in March)  is experiencing a dry spell in front of goal.
THE FINISH LINE

Even with home advantage, World Cup co-hosts US could struggle in tricky group

Last-32 showdown with Iran beckons if both teams finish second in their sections

EMA chief Puah Kok Keong (left) and Wood Mackenzie vice-chairman for Apac Joshua Ngu (centre) will be the two panellists at the dialogue, which will be moderated by Melissa Moi of UOB.
SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT AWARDS

Balancing affordability and security: Sustainability Impact Dialogue to discuss pressing energy issues

The May 18 event will explore if the current environment will accelerate the green transition or reinforce the reliance on fossil fuels

The 2026 Fifa World Cup begins on the morning of June 12 (Singapore time) and will feature 104 matches played over six weeks.
THE FINISH LINE

World Cup co-hosts Mexico and Canada eager to shine as the big kickoff looms

Five-time champions Brazil should easily top a group that includes Haiti and Scotland, but Morocco could prove tricky

In this sequence of three photos, SPH Media CEO Chan Yeng Kit (left) was the fastest to react as the Singapore Open champion Ham Jeong-woo was about to lose his grip on the trophy during the presentation ceremony.

A swinging success: Singapore Open a hit on and off the course

There were many top moments at the US$2 million event, and here is a selection of some of the best photos.

The Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau received 160 corruption-related reports in 2025, down from 177 in the previous year.

Singapore’s corruption-related reports reach new low in 2025, continuing downward trend since 2021

Construction, manufacturing, transportation and storage are the main industries vulnerable to corruption, says CPIB

Heitsenrether, on how AI will impact the world, says: “The ability to connect with people (will not) go away with technology, especially in our business. It’s a business that’s about trust and relationships."
THE LEADERSHIP PLAYBOOK

From intern to C-suite: JPMorgan’s Teresa Heitsenrether on building a fully AI-powered ‘megabank’

There are plans to more than double the company’s data and AI talent in the Asia-Pacific region, with ‘meaningful addition’ in Singapore

This is an AI-generated image of what the Epic World Championship at the Kallang Tennis Hub could look like when the event takes place from April 30 to May 3.

Global brands throw weight behind Singapore’s first amateur pickleball world championship

The likes of Coca-Cola, Stellantis and Genting Dream Cruise are on board for the Apr 30 to May 3 event

All matches will be played in the doubles format, and teams may be formed in any gender combination – two males, two females, or a mixed pair.

Inaugural OCBC-Great Eastern Pickleball Open in October expected to draw 1,600 players

There will be 24 workshops for beginners to hone their skills in the lead-up to the tournament