16 August 2023
Morning Shot: Can Singapore still remain competitive in a world where geopolitical concerns take precedence over open trade?

As part of the reinventing Destiny Conference held to mark the 100th birth anniversary of Singapore’s Founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, DPM Lawrence Wong cautioned that small states like Singapore will be at threat, in a world where geopolitical concerns take precedence over open trade.

When asked about his thoughts on developed world governments from the developed world stepping in and funding various industries or technologies, DPM Wong also recollected a time back in the 90s - when Singapore was routinely criticised for having active state involvement in the markets.

Dr Tan Khee Giap, Chairman of the Singapore National Committee for Pacific Economic Cooperation shares his insights on Singapore’s standing amid geopolitical nuances and how our little red dot is working hard at keeping its competitive edge.

Presented by: Lynlee Foo

This podcast is produced and edited by Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)

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1 April 2023
Why is Singapore an "old friend" to China?
China concluded its first in-person Boao Forum since the COVID-19 outbreak last week.
Coming on the back of that, Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong who met China’s top leadership is calling for new ground rules so that global trade can continue without decoupling, in an increasingly divided world. So, how can countries achieve that fine balance?
Dr Tan Khee Giap, Chairman of the Singapore National Committee for Pacific Economic Cooperation shares his perspective.

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4 January 2023
Regional Roundup: What to watch out for in SEA in 2023
Dr Tan Khee Giap, Chairman, Singapore National Committee for Pacific Economic Cooperation shares his insights on how Southeast Asia is set to grow in 2023 amid inflation woes, tourism recovery coming on the back of China's reopening and ASEAN's role in resolving the protracted Myanmar conflict.

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