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Competition for power and influence in Southeast Asia is nothing new, writes Joseph Liow, the Asia New Zealand Foundation’s Non-Resident International Fellow....

Aware that US containment of China is a persistent feature of Washington’s foreign strategy rather than a temporary political gesture, China has made sure to be...

International cooperation can advance, even when the most powerful players are at odds

Rather than adapt or align, countries are attempting to mitigate the full effects of the US shock.

Explore Singapore's TB vaccine for children, rare side effects, and the call for a vaccine damage payment scheme beyond COVID-19 protection.

Singapore ranks as one of the most sleep-deprived cities in the world. Addressing the issue is difficult but there are steps we can take to mitigate this.

Singapore is taking on the battle against excessive sodium intake, a pressing health concern with far-reaching consequences.

What does it take to build a strategy that effectively addresses the mental health needs of Singaporeans? How can symbiosis be fostered between policymakers,...

As Singaporeans live longer and retire later, financial planning has become increasingly complex—leaving many older adults underprepared for retirement. Seeking...

A new, more politically-conscious model of globalization is emerging, and it values not only economic efficiency, but also resilience, trust and technological...

ASEAN nations are negotiating with the US amid rising tariffs. Part 1 examines key trade strategies from Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia & more.

China pivots beyond the West to partner with the Global South, shifting focus from final goods to industrial cooperation for sustainable economic growth.

Singapore has earned a reputation as a "living lab" for disruptive technologies, where innovation is balanced against public safety and trust. Singapore has...

Is your job safe from AI? Or is the real question, is your country ready? As artificial intelligence reshapes, Singapore faces a critical challenge. How do we...

The year, 2025, marks a pivotal moment in the global evolution of 5G. Since its commercial debut in 2019, 5G has matured significantly—but what distinguishes...

China’s DeepSeek is a home-grown strategic leap in the global AI race that has upended markets and expectations with a product that is cheap, smart and open...

In the first episode of our newly launched podcast series, “Policy Unpacked”, we explore Singapore’s “small nation, big journey,” featuring Terence Ho, Adjunct...

Decades of glorifying overwork are hard to undo. But as the nation turns 60, sustainable performance depends on leaders modelling balance, not burnout.

Singapore’s rapid urban transformation has often required a delicate balance between development and heritage conservation. As city skylines rise and land is...

What are identity corridors? And how can they help foster Singapore’s national and urban identity?

With rising heat and limited space, experts examine if Singapore should expand underground living—balancing climate, engineering, and public support.

Climate change, geopolitics, and AI are reshaping food security in ASEAN. Strong regional cooperation and innovation are key to a more resilient future.

Join Tan Soo Jie Sheng on the Foreseeable podcast as we uncover the factors driving eco-friendly choices, from cars to tofu, shaping a sustainable future.

Explore how Asia, including Singapore, is tackling rising temperatures and the strain of extreme heat with innovative solutions to combat climate change.

Singapore’s HDB policies shape diverse communities. Explore how the EIP balances integration, housing equity, and evolving social dynamics.

Explore how populism is reshaping development economics at ABCDE 2025. Global experts tackle policy shifts, trade, inequality, and tech in a critical era.

Indonesia’s nickel boom fuels industrial growth and EV dreams but sparks ESG concerns, WTO disputes, and reliance on China. Can policy keep up?

Singapore’s smart traffic policies and integrated mobility offer lessons for Southeast Asian cities tackling congestion, pollution, and urban sustainability.