Why the 21st century will be an Asian one
“The figures point clearly to the shift, so what explains the disconnect between data and discourse?” – Kishore Mahbubani for The Straits Times. The Straits Times, 12 February 2022, Asian Insider, pA21
Split-screen Singapore – what does the future hold?
“Tied economically to the optimistic East but mentally to the pessimistic West, Singaporeans are blessed with many big existential questions to answer.” – Kishore Mahbubani for The Straits Times. The Straits Times, 25 December 2021, Asian Insider, pA22
Dialogue is the way forward for a peaceful Asian Century: ARI roundtable
With a downward spiral of distrust among key state actors in the region, sustained talks are crucial to de-escalate growing threats of conflict, urged distinguished speakers at a special roundtable entitled “The Idea of Peace in Asia”. While the 21st century marks the end of 200 years of western primacy and the rise of Asia, this …
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After Merkel: Germany, The European Union and China
‘With the ending of Germany’s – and Europe’s – Merkel era, East Asian countries should expect new policy priorities and, if promises are realized, a stronger stance against China, writes Stefan Huebner of the Asia Research Institute at the National University of Singapore. He considers how and why the legacy of longtime Chancellor Angela Merkel, …
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Why investing in green funds isn’t so simple
“More investors consider environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) factors important but aren’t putting their money where their mouths are. This might have more to do with ESG investing’s limits, say green finance researchers.” – Bertrand Seah, Research Assistant at the Asia Research Institute at NUS and co-founder of the Green Swan Initiative, and Xinying …
The genius of Jokowi
Article in Lianhe Zaobao, 15 October 2021, p13
NUS geographer Brenda Yeoh awarded ‘Nobel Prize for Geography’ – the prestigious Vautrin-Lud Prize
Professor Brenda Yeoh from the Department of Geography at the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences has been awarded the international Vautrin Lud Prize 2021 in Geography. Modelled after the Nobel Prize and widely regarded as one of the highest honours in geography, it is awarded to geographers for outstanding achievements in the field. Currently Research Leader …
Climate justice: The real story
“Ahead of COP26 next month, much blame – and pressure – has fallen on Asian giants China and India for adding to global greenhouse gas emissions. But the hard truth is Western countries such as the United States and Canada are not doing enough. Here’s why.” – Kishore Mahbubani and Bertrand Seah, Distinguished Fellow and …
Jokowi on transforming Indonesia: Fulfilling the people’s mandate
“In a wide-ranging interview last month, Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo spoke about his priorities and motivations behind signature policies such as infrastructure building and labour law reforms. He also talked about how Jakarta manages Sino-US rivalry. Here’s the transcript of the interview.” – Kishore Mahbubani for The Straits Times. The Straits Times, 9 October 2021, …
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Freeze, talk and trade: the 3 principles of peace
“Each of these three principles can help to prevent wars – a matter of great relevance in Asia, where the biggest dangers of major inter-state conflict are to be found.” – Kishore Mahbubani for The Straits Times. The Straits Times, 18 September 2021, Asian Insider, pA27 Lianhe Zaobao, 18 September 2021, p14