Vivian Balakrishnan

Their intense competition is sharply different from the Sputnik-era contest between the US and the Soviet Union, says Vivian Balakrishnan

He says new institutions will also be necessary amid loud calls for AI safety from top AI tech leaders, safety researchers and lawmakers

[MANILA] Singapore is trying to make the point to the United States that it is “not a target” of Washington’s tariff policy, and to avoid becoming collateral damage as the Trump administration raises ...

Pyongyang’s focus appears to be on self-reliance and military deterrence

Singapore prepares for economic fallout, emphasises stability and cooperation

His comments come after an Asean meeting in KL between foreign ministers on the current situation between the two states

In the House, more MPs are rising to query his ministry’s policies, whether during the annual Budget debate or the delivery of ministerial statements

This comes as big power contestation, digital connectivity, economic weaponisation and technological advances present complex risks

SMEs should respond to tensions by seeking opportunities in Asean and markets such as South America and Africa, he adds