Singapore journalism and the idea of Asia
Asian journalism’s challenge is to not only stay interested, and offer its unique perspective on the region, but also to stay relevant.
OPINION
The ‘greatest show’ must go on
Despite all the controversies and criticism, FIFA and Qatar are going ahead with the 2022 World Cup which will kick off with Senegal playing the Netherlands on Nov 21.
South Korea blasting off
The paper says a proper investment by the government can help build local experts and nurture new technologies in a way that they can spill over into other sectors.
What stakeholders need to do to avert humanitarian disaster, ensure stability in Afghanistan
Abandoning Afghanistan could lead to a mass exodus of Afghans towards neighbouring countries, and create a security vacuum that in the past was filled by terrorist groups.
The beauty of reading without a purpose
The writer says purposeless reading has brought about relaxation and comfort.
Even when IMF agreement is finalised, Pakistan must make deep structural changes for long-term solutions
There is no way the inflation-stricken low- to middle-income households, already crushed by massive fuel price increases and bracing themselves for an enormous surge in power and…
India and Asean at 30, building regional confidence
Increasing heft for strategic & political ties, the weakest link in the relationship, is now becoming more focused.
From chocolates to chips to nuclear warheads
In the face of North Korea's growing nuclear threat, the two Koreas and the US should restart talks in Panmunjom.
Hong Kong has yet to capitalize on ‘one country, two systems’
The writer says in order for “one country, two systems” to work, all stakeholders must have full respect for law and order, full respect for the constitutional authority of…
This year may be our last best chance to solve the climate crisis
Despite 30 years of United Nations climate change conferences, global greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, and the climate crisis continues to worsen.