Reimagining Governance for a Changing World

Humanity stands at the intersection of profound transitions: shifting great-power relations, accelerating technological change, demographic and environmental pressures, and contested ideas about governance and the public good. These forces are not abstract; they change the choices available to public leaders and reshape the trade-offs societies must navigate. Indeed, these are demanding yet defining times, where the need for thoughtful, principled, and forward-looking public leadership has never been greater.

The Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP) occupies a unique place in Asia’s policy and leadership landscape. As a school, we stand at the intersection of ideas and action, where rigorous research meets the pressing realities of governance and development. Our vibrant community of faculty, students, staff, and alumni is united by a shared commitment to addressing these challenges with insight and purpose. Our faculty contribute research that shapes policy and enriches public discourse. Our students and alumni bring this knowledge to life in government, international organisations, and communities across the globe, transforming learning into leadership.

To our students, you will be challenged to think critically, act ethically, and lead with purpose. To our partners, we welcome collaboration to tackle complex policy issues and foster global dialogue. To our alumni, your leadership worldwide inspires and embodies our mission.

Looking ahead, we aim to further strengthen the School’s role as a hub for policy innovation and regional cooperation. We will deepen our research impact, expand strategic partnerships, and continue to equip the next generation of leaders to make informed, ethical, and inclusive decisions.

I invite you to explore our programmes and initiatives, and to join us in shaping ideas and policies that make a lasting difference. Together, we will ensure that LKYSPP remains a place where ideas meet action - a school that illuminates the difficult choices of our time and trains public leaders to make them wisely. There has never been a more exciting time in public policy than now. Welcome to LKYSPP.

Professor Joseph Liow Chinyong
Dean and Wang Gungwu Professor in East Asian Affairs