TR EMERITUS

The Straits Times today have reported that sales of LKY coins and copper busts were stopped just hours after launch due to online criticism from netizens. From the ST article 'Many netizens criticised the latest launch, saying the medallions and busts in Mr Lee’s likeness went against his wishes, as he had said he did not... 

On page A8 of 03/03/20 Straits Times read, 'Shanmugam: People's trust in Government crucial for strong security agencies'. That article was a very insightful piece and I agree with most of what K. Shanmugam said. In a few words, he emphasised that the effectiveness and strength of our security agencies hinge on a strong government... 

My friend, who is an activist and has been paying attention to policy matters over the years, asked this question - Kin Lian, what are your views about unemployment insurance. I replied - it has its benefits and it has its problems. On the whole, I prefer to adopt a different approach. He asked - what is the problem? I replied...