Transforming SGX Into Global Powerhouse
The Singapore Exchange, or SGX, operates on a very different model from the United States. In Singapore, investors own their shares directly through the Central...
Shinawatra Dynasty Chaos Deepens Thailand’s Economic Woes
Thailand is once again facing political upheaval after the ousting of its prime minister, a move that has shaken both investors and citizens. The abrupt...
Urgent CBTS Review Needed for Safer SG–JB Taxis
The issue. Singapore has kept its ban on cross-border ride-hailing between Singapore and Johor Bahru. The Land Transport Authority (LTA) says the reciprocal cross border...
Singapore Hawker Culture Controversy
Singapore’s hawker culture, from our beloved carrot cake to nasi lemak, is more than just food. Recognized by UNESCO, it reflects our multicultural roots and...
FGV & 1MDB: Malaysia’s Incredible Boardroom Governance Failures
FGV: from blockbuster listing to exit FGV began its public life in 2012 with global fanfare. The palm oil group raised about US$3.3 billion in...
Subic Bay Problem: Defense or Commercial?
Subic sits at the center of Manila’s latest security calculus. The government is courting a larger U.S. defense presence. Officials highlight Subic’s deep-water port and...
Anwar Fails ASEAN, Cambodia and Thailand
Anwar Ibrahim’s tenure as ASEAN chair was supposed to mark a new chapter for the regional bloc. The Malaysian Prime Minister promised bold reforms, moral...
Aura Farming, Pacu Jalur and Marketing Power
The Rise of Aura Farming Aura farming is the viral trend of performing exaggerated charisma and personal presence, often through confident poses or expressive movements....
End of the Conglomerate and Mega Corporation Era?
Mega corporations and sprawling conglomerates once symbolized economic might. From GE to Time Warner, companies built empires by acquiring diverse assets. Honeywell, Comcast, and Warner...
Duterte Supporters Angry At Sara Impeachment by Marcos
The impeachment of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has sent shockwaves through the country’s political landscape. Critics have accused Vice President Sara Duterte of corruption,...