Pope Francis’ seven trips to Asia demonstrated his deep concern for the marginalised: Analyst
Michel Chambon explains that Pope Francis’ visits to Asia were a clear testament to his focus on the marginalised. Channel News Asia, 26 April 2025
The biggest election of 2025? How the Catholic Church chooses a new Pope.
With the passing of Pope Francis, Catholics of the world mourn the passing of their spiritual leader. But as one Pope passes, another must be chosen to take his place. mothership, 24 April 2025
Late Pope Francis left a lasting impact on pressing issues in Asia, say observers
The pontiff made a four-nation Asia Pacific tour last year – the longest trip of his papacy that included Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste and Singapore. Interview with Michel Chambon. Channel News Asia (CNA), 21 April 2025
Myanmar in Turmoil
“Myanmar in Turmoil” captures the immediate aftermath of a devastating earthquake, revealing the struggle for survival amidst collapsed infrastructure, limited aid and civil conflict. The documentary highlights personal stories of loss and resilience, alongside the efforts of local heroes and international organizations. Channel News Asia (CNA), 17 April 2025
NUS Launches Nalanda Endowed Professorship in India-China Studies
The NUS Asia Research Institute (ARI) launched the Nalanda Endowed Professorship in India-China Studies. The Professorship aims to advance research and teaching on India-China relations – namely, the political, economic, historical and cultural interactions between India and China with the ultimate aim to influence policy and enhance societal understanding in the interdisciplinary field. Asia Education Review, 9 April …
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NUS Asia Research Institute receives S$3 million gift to establish the Nalanda Endowed Professorship in India-China Studies
The NUS Asia Research Institute (ARI) announced today the establishment of the Nalanda Endowed Professorship in India-China Studies. The Professorship seeks to promote research and education on India-China relations – specifically, the political, economic, historical and cultural interactions between India and China – with the overarching goal to shape policy and deepen societal understanding in the interdisciplinary …
NUS Asia Research Institute receives $3 million donation to establish India-China Studies Chair
The Asia Research Institute of the National University of Singapore received a donation of S$3 million from the Nalanda Library Foundation to establish the “Nalanda Chair Professorship in India-China Studies” to promote research and education on India-China relations. Lianhe Zaobao, 10 April 2025
It’s Time for Europe to Do the Unthinkable
Brussels has slavishly followed Washington for too long—and forgotten how to advance its own geopolitical interests. Foreign Policy, 18 February 2025
Commentary: If Singapore decides to invest in nuclear energy, floating power plants deserve a closer look
Interest in land-based and floating small modular reactors is rising among Southeast Asia countries and global tech companies, says NUS’ Stefan Huebner. The Straits Times, 14 March 2025
Two postdoctoral fellows used ancient “photocopying” to preserve history
The lines, handwriting and patterns of the stele are the breath left by history. Every engraving, every crack, seems to whisper a story from afar. However, the ‘rubbingist’ knows that these ‘breaths’ are fragile, and the erosion of time and wind and rain has made many inscriptions increasingly blurred and even annihilated in people’s memory …
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