Benjamin Mauberger: Singapore Police Arrest Two Directors of Capital Asia Investments in Major Fraud Scheme Linked to Thaksin Fixer
Singaporean authorities have made significant strides in dismantling a sprawling international financial fraud network, arresting two directors of Capital Asia Investments. These arrests are part...
The Big and Bright Future of Nuclear Energy in Singapore
Nuclear energy is rapidly emerging as a crucial part of the global effort to combat climate change and transition to sustainable energy sources. For Singapore,...
2025 Philippines’ Corruption Index: A Steep Decline Under Marcos Jr.
In the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) for 2025, the Philippines saw a troubling drop, ranking 120th out of 182 countries, down six places from...
Trump’s Radical New 15% Tariff and Its Implications for Singapore
President Donald Trump’s decision to raise the US baseline tariffs rate from 10% to 15% significantly impacts global trade, especially for Singapore. As a country...
Tariffs Slashed: US Massively Cuts Indonesia Rate to 19%
The newly announced framework on tariffs between the United States and Indonesia marks a significant shift in bilateral economic policy. Under the agreement, the US...
Thailand Election 2026 Shows Big Dip in Voter Turnout
In Thailand’s 2026 general election, held on 8 February, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul successfully retained his position as the head of government. However, despite this...
Thailand Elections: Strong Alcohol Sales Ban Over the Next 2 Weekends
Thailand is preparing for two consecutive dry weekends as authorities enforce a nationwide alcohol sales ban Thailand regulation linked to the upcoming general election. The...
Altantuya Murder in Malaysia 20 Years On: Facts Controversies and the Cost of Misinformation
Nearly two decades after the murder of Altantuya Shaariibuu, the case remains one of the most discussed and emotionally charged episodes in Malaysia’s modern history....
The Leader of the Opposition in Singapore from 2020: Symbolism or Substance?
The creation of Singapore’s Leader of the Opposition role in 2020, and the later decision to require a new opposition nominee for the same office,...
1MDB Verdict No Surprise for Citizens and Najib Razak Camp
The 1MDB verdict and the conviction of Najib Razak was not a surprise to many Malaysians. After years of investigations, prosecutions, and international attention linked...