Politics that matters to business
Moving Thailand forward: Between stability and reform
After 3 prime ministers and past incidents of street protests and violence, the economy – stuck at a 1-2% growth rate – seems to be on the rebound
New initiatives for a ‘minus-two’ world
The mindset to take initiative and forge new paths with rules for cooperation is part of Singapore’s DNA
A long year that is not over
Growth has been resilient and fundamentals remain positive, but problems have grown
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
Not insular politics but glocal
The global turmoil and connections to local and national issues in Singapore are standout factors that made a difference in the general elections
Trump tariffs and Asean’s Plan B
THE world is reeling from the tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump on Apr 2. What was dubbed “Liberation Day” sent markets down markedly, not least in the US itself. Asia and Singapore are n...
Why invest in Singapore
There are investments of many different kinds that show confidence in the Republic, and the stakes taken are deliberate, long-term and well-funded
Building – and navigating – ties with China
There is scope to further enhance Singapore’s relationship with the great Asian power, but the Republic seeks ultimately to be ‘omnidirectional’
New Year cheers (and fears)
While global events and trends are beyond Singapore’s control, it can meet the challenges with capabilities and resources that far exceed what its pioneers had
Playing the Trump card
Foreign governments from China to Mexico and Canada have already begun gearing up for and accommodating Trump preferences and likely initiatives
