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US-China relations
China-Taiwan ties
'The sky has not fallen' following Pelosi's Taiwan visit: George Yeo
“For the US, [it is] better to fight tonight. If you fight a year from now, China will be stronger.”
August 04, 2022
Geopolitics
Walking a tightrope: Singapore and Asean navigate the great power struggle for influence
The West’s bid to curtail China’s growing geopolitical influence is creating an additional dimension of complexity to navigate.
August 04, 2022
Geopolitics
Time for the West to cooperate with the rest?
Kishore Mahbubani says that China’s position on the war in Ukraine could be “in harmony” with the rest of the world.
July 14, 2022
US Economy
US isn't seeking a 'divorce' from China: trade chief Katherine Tai
Tai’s remarks follow a congressional hearing last week where she said discussions with China have become “unduly difficult”.
April 05, 2022
Global Economy
Geopolitical risks in Asia: Don’t ignore the silver linings
The AUKUS agreement marks an important change in the balance of power in the Indo-Pacific region.
September 30, 2021
Asean
China-related risks hang over Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia must prepare for rougher times as China faces a slowing economy and worsening relations with the US.
September 16, 2021
Commerce
World trade: Shifting old priorities, building new agendas
Amid shifting geopolitical sands, some lines are redrawn. Others remain etched, particularly for troubled US-China trade ties.
June 25, 2021
US-China trade war
Will China save the US from inflation fears?
China’s crackdown on inflation might counter hawkish sentiments in the US, paving the way for public investment.
June 18, 2021
Currencies
Yuan unlikely to strengthen despite China losing "currency manipulator" tag
The retention of tariffs and pressure from higher treasury yields are likely to limit the strength of the Chinese Yuan.
April 13, 2021
Asean
DPM Heng urges US-China cooperation, Singapore 'appalled' by violent crackdowns in Myanmar
While tensions “could intensify for some time”, DPM Heng hopes that the parties will develop a framework for cooperation.
March 22, 2021