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Kazakhstan and Singapore Look to Boost Economic Links
September 03, 2022

Kazakhstan and Singapore Look to Boost Economic Links

By Wilder Alejandro Sánchez
Investment opportunities in the trade and commerce sectors, particularly related to transportation and the Middle Corridor, may prompt closer bilateral ties.
Singapore Loosens Mandatory Mask Rules, COVID-19 Travel Requirements
August 29, 2022

Singapore Loosens Mandatory Mask Rules, COVID-19 Travel Requirements

By Sebastian Strangio
After nearly three years, the city-state has taken a significant step toward living with the disease.

Should ASEAN Take a Stronger Position on the Ukraine War?
August 27, 2022

Should ASEAN Take a Stronger Position on the Ukraine War?

By Frederick Kliem and Ian Seow Cheng Wei
ASEAN and its individual member states have mostly avoided taking a strong stance on the conflict. Is that a sign of weakness, or a smart diplomatic move?

For Singapore’s LGBTQ+ Activists, Repealing Section 377A Is Only the First Step
August 25, 2022

For Singapore’s LGBTQ+ Activists, Repealing Section 377A Is Only the First Step

By Robin Vochelet
As the government prepares to repeal the discriminatory colonial-era law, LGBTQ+ activists reflect on what comes next.

Singapore to Repeal Colonial-Era Law Criminalizing Sex Between Men
August 22, 2022

Singapore to Repeal Colonial-Era Law Criminalizing Sex Between Men

By Sebastian Strangio
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said that repealing Section 377A of the Penal Code was the “right thing to do,” but ruled out legalizing same-sex marriage.
How ‘Third Way’ Countries Live With COVID-19
August 16, 2022

How ‘Third Way’ Countries Live With COVID-19

By Wayne Soon
Australia, Japan, South Korea, and others have found middle ground between a full return to pre-pandemic normalcy and attempts to cling to “zero COVID.”

Ignacio Bartesaghi on Mercosur’s Approach to the Asia-Pacific
August 15, 2022

Ignacio Bartesaghi on Mercosur’s Approach to the Asia-Pacific

By Juan Manuel Harán
From a new free trade deal with Singapore to Uruguay’s agenda with China, Bartesaghi discusses the economic implications of recent moves.
Who Gets to Speak for Migrant Workers in Singapore?
July 13, 2022

Who Gets to Speak for Migrant Workers in Singapore?

By Robin Vochelet
Last month, the city-state canceled the work permit of a Bangladeshi laborer who had become an outspoken advocate of Singapore's migrant worker population.

‘Forward Singapore’ Offers a Timely Opportunity for Difficult Conversations
July 06, 2022

‘Forward Singapore’ Offers a Timely Opportunity for Difficult Conversations

By Malminderjit Singh
The government-led initiative should spearhead an effort to review and renegotiate the city-state’s social compact.

Campaigners Urge Clemency Ahead of Singapore Drug Executions
July 06, 2022

Campaigners Urge Clemency Ahead of Singapore Drug Executions

By Sebastian Strangio
Kalwant Singh and Norasharee bin Gous are scheduled to be executed tomorrow, part of a "new wave” of hangings in the city-state.

‘Just a Maid’: Report Highlights Emotional Abuse of Migrant Domestic Workers in Singapore
June 24, 2022

‘Just a Maid’: Report Highlights Emotional Abuse of Migrant Domestic Workers in Singapore

By Sebastian Strangio
Workers, most of them from the Philippines, reported being subject to threats, intimidation, and invasion of privacy.
Singapore After the Lee Political Dynasty
June 21, 2022

Singapore After the Lee Political Dynasty

By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Ja Ian Chong. 

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