As the program director for
international trade research, Mr. Yap leads the Foundation’s development
of original research content.
Offering analysis and insights across the
diverse domains of global trade, Mr. Yap spearheads the Foundation’s
mission through a research program of commissioned research and
commentary, strategic partnerships and projects. Mr. Yap has had a
distinguished journalism career in the United States and Asia
specializing in trade and economic issues. Notably, his experience spans
more than a decade in mainland China and Hong Kong with the Wall Street
Journal. He began his career in Singapore's defense, trade, and finance
ministries.
Mr. Yap holds degrees in history from Oxford University and international affairs from Columbia University.