Trump’s tariff threat and disdain for defence allies coupled with ‘China hawks’ in his cabinet pose great risk for the region, experts say.
20 Nov 2024 - 12:51PM videocam
With changing demographics and a new generation of voters emerging, calls are growing in Singapore for political plurality.
Amid rising living costs and shifting voter sentiments, the People’s Action Party faces unprecedented challenges on its 70th anniversary.
16 Nov 2024 - 2:48PM videocam
The ex-prime minister was responding to a question at a US forum about whether China would make a move on Taiwan over the next four years.
Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang met with Singapore’s leaders to discuss partnerships in areas such as trade and sustainable development.
Ernest Cu, chairman of the Philippine mobile payments giant, says the initial public offering ‘should be ready very shortly’.
The survey by Black Dot Research also shows most Singaporeans consider the saga over Lee Kuan Yew’s family home to be a private matter.
The city state has adapted well to the rivalry and is unlikely to shift from its hedging policy between Washington and Beijing, analysts say.
28 Oct 2024 - 8:26AM videocam
Homes including those of ex-Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad have been transformed to commemorate their contributions over the years.
NHB says allowing Lee Hsien Yang’s demolition bid now would rule out a ‘proper and full consideration’ of the options for the house.
Senior minister shares assessment of China’s economy, Sino-US ties and ‘Singapore washing’ of companies at FutureChina Global Forum.
Jia Qingguo says China would prefer the winning US candidate to be from the incumbent’s party due to ‘policy continuity’.
Lee Hsien Yang and sister Lee Wei Ling had accused older brother, then-PM Lee Hsien Loong, of attempting to keep home for political capital.
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says the government remains open to a new deal if the concerns are fully addressed.
The former transport minister says he will begin his one-year jail term on Monday and ‘apologises unreservedly to all Singaporeans’.
From boycotts to artwork and activism, the Palestinian struggle has ignited passionate responses across Southeast Asia over the past year.
7 Oct 2024 - 8:00AM videocam
Ong, known as a ‘risk taker’ and ‘shrewd businessman’ with a penchant for closing deals, has also had brushes with controversy.
The new measures come after a high-profile multibillion-dollar case involving foreign nationals.
Ministers Vivian Balakrishnan and K. Shanmugam took issue with Lee Hsien Yang’s Facebook post about their defamation suit against him.
National University of Singapore to restrict tourists from using campus shuttle service, food courts at UTown during holiday period.
Lam Pin Min’s Sengkang team debuts viral doll, dressed in PAP’s signature white outfit, during grocery distribution event for elderly.
S Iswaran, Singapore’s ex-transport minister, will be sentenced on October 3 for obtaining gifts as a public servant and obstructing justice.
24 Sep 2024 - 6:22PM videocam
Many in Asia see Harris as a safer choice for navigating complex US-China relations, as ex-president Donald Trump grows ever more erratic.
23 Sep 2024 - 10:17AM videocam
Activists warn that recurring blackface controversies threaten Singapore’s multicultural fabric, calling for accountability and education.
18 Sep 2024 - 1:30PM videocam
As Singapore, Malaysia and others open their doors to easier travel, concerns mount over rising crime, safety and immigration challenges.
14 Sep 2024 - 9:00AM videocam
Laos, as Asean chair, is seeking to boost regional cooperation and infrastructure, while also strengthening ties with Hong Kong.
30 Sep 2024 - 12:26PM videocam
Participants at the Hong Kong-Asean Summit 2024 were updated on the strong growth potential for tourism between Hong Kong and Cambodia.
City leader also discusses plans to join world’s largest free-trade pact at Hong Kong-Asean Summit organised by South China Morning Post.
Modi’s visit to Singapore highlights India’s focus on strengthening ties with key regional partner.
As Chinese tourists – and migrants – flock to Singapore, restaurants are capitalising on the city state’s diverse palate and culinary openness.