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Resilience has become a familiar term in recent years, especially after COVID-19, supply chain disruptions, rising geopolitical tensions and rapid technological...

Southeast Asia is navigating a far more contested and uncertain strategic environment. Military tensions, major power rivalry and territorial disputes are...

As China solidifies its position as ASEAN’s largest trading partner, what does this mean for the future of regional power dynamics? With China’s regional...

The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV), held in Hà Nội from 19–23 January 2026, marks a pivotal inflection point in Vietnam’s...

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...

How US tariffs and tech rivalry with China are reshaping global semiconductor supply chains — and what it means for resilience, trade, and geopolitics.

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.

If you’ve followed headlines about artificial intelligence, you’ve probably heard the neat, worrying story: the U.S. and China are racing for AI supremacy -...

In the dynamic landscape of technology, developing nations face a pivotal challenge: how to transform the extraordinary potential of Artificial intelligence...

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...

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...

As Singapore grows, identity corridors aim to preserve heritage, foster belonging, and keep the nation’s cultural spirit alive amid rapid urban change.

The recent announcement that Singapore will build its sixth desalination plant is another reminder of how seriously the country treats water security. It is...

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.

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.