Geopolitics
The rise of humanoid robots threatens political disruption
Our delighted faith in automatons raises the question of how they will integrate into human society
Can Trump recalibrate US-China relations?
The April 2026 meeting in Beijing signals a move from open confrontation to managed competition
The global ‘polytunity’
Cascading crises are a rare opportunity for the transformation of development institutions and ideas
Asean in a ‘Minus One’ world
When America First means the US chooses when to show up, the region must find its way to live and prosper
As US boycotts G20, China dominates the script
With Washington absent and tariffs imposed, Beijing seized the African summit to champion the Global South – and expand its influence
Europe’s critical raw materials strategy
How the European Union can build resilience without abandoning its commitment to fair play
Weaponisation of finance over geopolitics a concern, says GIC’s CEO
Disruptions to trade, security and supply chains have been costly, he says
A reset in Riyadh’s favour: Trump welcomes Saudi crown prince back to Washington
The broader implications of the visit trouble those who believe US foreign policy should balance strategic interests with democratic values
Europe and the Indo-Pacific: Partners for a resilient future
Both regions need to work together for their stability, prosperity and sustainability
In an age of instability, governments and business look to Singapore: Mike Bloomberg
The city-state has long shown what’s possible when countries prize cooperation over conflict