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Archive for the ‘Opinions’ Category

Is Singapore wise to align itself militarily to the US when China is growing?

Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen was quoted as saying in today’s newspaper that the "US engagement in South East Asia important". This is not new - the US has always been a stabilising force in South-East Asia and Singapore walks its belief by allowing the US military to use our air and naval bases for almost 30 years. But whilst...

Government has failed to regulate Grab for the greater good

Grab fares are now more and more expensive. I realise that Grab has recently increased its fares, and sneakily only informed their Drivers without telling consumers! I noticed this when booking a grabshare from my office back home, and I realised the fares are more expensive! Even without surge, the price has gone up, and yet...

What our men’s softball team can teach the FT-friendly PAP Government

The Singapore Men’s Softball team’s won a historic gold medal in the SEA games today, upsetting the host Philippines. For them to beat the Philippines’ men’s national team on the latter's home soil is no mean feat. The Philippines have been the powerhouse in this sport in Asia for decades. This is a very relevant lesson...

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