UNDERSTANDING SINGAPORE:: A COMPLETE CITY STATE

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           UNDERSTANDING SINGAPORE

              : A COMPLETE CITY STATE

March 04, 2015

Singapore and the Worldview of Lee Kuan Yew

By Ang Cheng Guan for The Diplomat

March 04, 2015

The thinking of its former prime minister has profoundly shaped Singapore’s foreign policy.

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February 19, 2015

Singapore and the Asian Century

The city-state has a potentially vital role to play in the West’s engagement with Asia.

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Singapore and the Asian Century

 

 

February 10, 2015

Singapore: A Mutiny Like No Other

The Singapore Mutiny of 1915 would have profound consequences for the future of Asia.

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Singapore: A Mutiny Like No Other

October 03, 2014

Singapore’s Pallid Hong Kong Solidarity

The regimented city-state does a masterful job dissuading would-be activists.

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Singapore’s Pallid Hong Kong Solidarity

February 21, 2014

Singapore’s Foreigner Problem

A sharp rise in the foreign population has ratcheted up racial tensions.

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Singapore’s Foreigner Problem

February 15, 2014

Singapore and Indonesia: An Uneasy Coexistence?

It is time for the two neighbors to move beyond historical grievances.

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Singapore and Indonesia: An Uneasy Coexistence?

February 11, 2014

The Fall of Singapore and Railway of Death

A new film remembers the end of Britain’s Asian Empire and a 'complacent supremacy.'

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The Fall of Singapore and Railway of Death

December 14, 2013

Riot Reveals Cracks in Singapore Society

Singapore’s normally ordered society has been shaken by the rioting last weekend.

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Riot Reveals Cracks in Singapore Society

November 29, 2013

Singapore Cracks the Whip on Cyber ‘Terrorism’

Authorities arrested men accused of defacing high-profile websites. But is it hacking?

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Singapore Cracks the Whip on Cyber ‘Terrorism’

November 20, 2013

Singapore and the Death Penalty

A recent amendment saves one drug mule. But should death for drug crimes be ended altogether?

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Singapore and the Death Penalty

October 30, 2013

Singapore: The Fight to Save Bukit Brown

Government plans to redevelop a cemetery spark a debate on the compatibility of conservation and progress.

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Singapore: The Fight to Save Bukit Brown

October 18, 2013

Singapore and the F-35B Joint Strike Fighter

Indications are that Singapore may go ahead with the purchase of the JSF. That would be a game-changer for its operational capabilities.

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Singapore and the F-35B Joint Strike Fighter

October 11, 2013

Singapore: How to Stay “Stable and Strong”

Singapore’s security approach has been a success. It’s policies now need to focus on sustaining it.

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Singapore: How to Stay “Stable and Strong”

September 17, 2013

Singapore Emerges as LNG Trading Hub

An ambitious yet feasible program could have profound implications for the LNG market.

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Singapore Emerges as LNG Trading Hub

August 29, 2013

Singapore’s Alternative Media: Fighting for Freedom

Despite vigorous government attempts to control it, independent media continues to emerge in Singapore.

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Singapore’s Alternative Media: Fighting for Freedom

August 05, 2013

Singapore’s Maids: No Respite?

Despite new legislation, progress on rights for Singapore’s foreign domestic workers remains slow.

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Singapore’s Maids: No Respite?

June 27, 2013

Singapore Haze: Discontent Rises

The severity of the haze from Indonesian forest burning has prompted a growing chorus of complaints this year.

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Singapore Haze: Discontent Rises

 

 

 

 

May 31, 2013

Malaysian Solidarity in Singapore

The interest Singaporeans have taken in Malaysia’s elections reflects their shared histories…and concerns.

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Malaysian Solidarity in Singapore

February 18, 2013

Singapore’s Population Debate Grows Heated

A government White Paper calls for Singapore’s population to hit 6.9 million by 2030. Citizens protest.

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Singapore’s Population Debate Grows Heated

February 07, 2013

The Worldview of Lee Kuan Yew

Singapore’s Lee Kuan Yew has been called the “Kissinger of the orient.” As he turns 90 this year, he presents an interesting perspective on geopolitics.

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The Worldview of Lee Kuan Yew

February 02, 2011

How to Get Southeast Asia Right

The Obama administration has recognized the importance of maritime Southeast Asia. But there’s plenty more it can do to shore up security there.

 

 

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How to Get Southeast Asia Right

 

 

November 20, 2009

 

Too Close for Comfort?

As Singapore emerges from its sharpest and most protracted recession, the city-state’s policymakers have been keen to emphasize the importance of immigrants to the country’s future well-being. But as Jeya Segaram discovers, the downturn has exacerbated simmering tensions over an immigration policy that some Singaporeans believe is too lax.

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