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Singapore’s ‘Smart’ Tech Policies Require Public Trust
By Kris Hartley
Technology alone will not ensure the success of the city-state's pioneering Smart Nation initiative.
Son of Singapore’s Lee Kuan Yew Granted Asylum in UK
By Sebastian Strangio
Lee Hsien Yang, 67, alleges that he and his wife have been the subject of a campaign of persecution by the Singaporean authorities.
Lee Kuan Yew’s Youngest Son Requests Permission to Demolish Family Home
By Sebastian Strangio
The home at 38 Oxley Road has been the subject of a bitter family dispute between former Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and his two siblings.
Asbestos: Singapore’s Toxic Past Is Catching up With It
By Sean Lim
The number of cancer cases in Singapore is on the rise even though the hazardous material was banned more than 30 years ago.
Former Singaporean Transport Minister Sentenced to 12 Months in Prison
By Sebastian Strangio
S Iswaran pleaded guilty to accepting more than S$400,000 in valuable gifts from businessmen who had dealings with the government.
The Global AI Market No One Is Watching
By Sarosh Nagar and Sergio Imparato
Why the world should pay attention to Southeast Asia's AI race.
Singapore Navy Commissions First Two Invincible-Class Submarines
By Sebastian Strangio
The German-built boats are the first that have been custom-built for the congested tropical waters surrounding the city-state.
Singapore Opens Corruption Trial of Former Transport Minister
By Sebastian Strangio
In the largest graft trial in decades, S. Iswaran is accused of taking more than S$400,000 in gifts from two prominent business figures.
Why Do Singapore and China Cooperate on Joint Maritime Exercises?
By Ian Seow Cheng Wei
The naval exercises have become increasingly significant for Singapore, given China’s ongoing concerns about Singapore’s neutrality and Singapore’s concerns about tensions in the South China Sea.
Pope Francis Returns to Asia-Pacific Frontlines
By Michel Chambon
Francis’ longest trip yet will touch on some fraught geopolitical issues.
The Curious Vatican-Asian Alliance
By Victor Gaetan
What are the diplomatic priorities behind Pope Francis’ ambitious upcoming journey to the Asia-Pacific?
The Real Lessons From the Michigan Ghost Town Called Singapore
By Joshua Babcock
The short-lived town of Singapore in Michigan offers lessons about environmental management and historical memory that can reshape Singapore’s local and regional commitments today.