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Centre on Asia and Globalisation
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The Centre on Asia and Globalisation (CAG) at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore, conducts in-depth policy research on strategic developments in the Asia-Pacific and beyond.
Is the new ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Strategic Plan 2026-2030 fit for purpose? In the latest ASEAN in Practice podcast ep, @denishew.bsky.social speaks with Yose Damuri (Executive Director of CSIS).
Tune in: www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgZ8...

Full transcript: lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/cag/publicat...
ASEAN in Practice: Episode 10 - Unpacking the new ASEAN Economic Community strategy: Reset or Renew?
YouTube video by Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKY School)
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November 12, 2025 at 6:08 AM
The #CAG Student Competition for the upcoming Special Edition of Counterpoint Southeast Asia is now open to LKYSPP Master’s & PhD students!

Details: lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/cag/news/det...

Latest Issue: lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/docs/default...
November 12, 2025 at 3:15 AM
On Wednesday (5 Nov), we hosted an insightful panel discussion as part of our #CounterpointSEAwebinar and policy brief series. We were pleased to welcome Julia Lau (ISEAS), Johan Pahlepi @cil) and Denis Hew (@caglkyspp.bsky.social ) to discuss #TimorLeste’s accession to #ASEAN.
November 6, 2025 at 3:59 AM
📢 New article alert! Jassie Cheng, Byron Chong & @drmagomez.bsky.social uses the 2C1D framework (Collaboration, Contribution, Diversification) to show how Singapore navigates constraints to advance its AI strategy.

Read the full article here: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Strategic choices for middle powers in developing AI capabilities: a case study of Singapore
Artificial intelligence (AI) features prominently in the competition between the United States and the People’s Republic of China, causing significant concern among Southeast Asian governments. As ...
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November 5, 2025 at 6:48 AM
On 4 November, in partnership with Asia Research Institute under the Nalanda Professorship, @caglkyspp.bsky.social welcomed Prof Vamsi Vakulahbharanam @umassamherst.bsky.social to present his new book "Class and Inequality in China and India, 1950-2010" at Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy.
November 5, 2025 at 4:00 AM
The 7th issue of the ASEAN Bulletin is out now!

Featuring commentaries by Dr Zhanibek Arynov on the potential for ASEAN–Central Asia cooperation and Ms Yujia Zhu & Ms Mrinalini Niranjan on ASEAN’s evolving definition of Economic Security. #ASEANBulletin

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November 4, 2025 at 7:29 AM
📍 Venue Update: The room has changed to Seminar Room 2-1, Level 2 Manasseh Meyer Building, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy.
📢 Upcoming Talk at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy on 5 November!

Join our in-person Counterpoint Southeast Asia discussion on “Is ASEAN ready for Timor-Leste?"

Register here 👉 lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/cag/events/d...
November 3, 2025 at 2:47 AM
In the latest China-India Brief, Yue Zhang examines how urbanisation has driven economic growth in China and India, while outlining the structural challenges shaping their urban futures.

#cib260

Read the full issue here: lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/docs/default...
October 31, 2025 at 9:56 AM
In the latest China-India Brief, Harsh V. Pant and Atul Kumar explore the persistent mistrust defining India–China–US ties and its impact on India’s foreign policy choices.

#cib260

Read the full issue here: lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/docs/default...
October 31, 2025 at 9:55 AM
📢 Upcoming Talk at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy on 5 November!

Join our in-person Counterpoint Southeast Asia discussion on “Is ASEAN ready for Timor-Leste?"

Register here 👉 lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/cag/events/d...
October 29, 2025 at 4:05 AM
On 24 Oct, the Centre on Asia and Globalisation hosted a workshop on “Maritime Security Order in the South China Sea.” Scholars and practitioners discussed evolving security dynamics, patterns of maritime governance, and their implications for the future of this critical region. #maritime
October 27, 2025 at 3:04 AM
On October 23, @caglkyspp.bsky.social hosted Marijn Bolhuis from the International Monetary Fund for a closed-door roundtable, where he shared insights on global prospects and policies from the recently launched World Economic Outlook. @denishew.bsky.social chaired the discussion.
October 24, 2025 at 6:04 AM
On 13-14 October, Senior Research Fellow @denishew.bsky.social joined the Regional Workshop on #Geoeconomic Risks and Opportunities facing ASEAN co-organised by ASEAN Secretariat and BCG, in collaboration with the UK Government. He spoke in the session on economic blocs affecting #SoutheastAsia.
October 17, 2025 at 3:21 AM
With Timor-Leste set to become ASEAN’s 11th member, our upcoming #CounterpointSEA issue asks: "Is #ASEAN ready for Timor-Leste?"

Join our in-person panel discussion on 5 November for insights from Julia Lau, Johan Pahlepi, and Denis Hew.

More info & registration: lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/cag/events/d...
October 15, 2025 at 3:39 AM
We were pleased to have Dr. Dmitry Grozoubinski, the Executive Director of the Geneva Trade Platform speak at our closed-door roundtable earlier today. He reflected on the WTO, the impact of #trade wars, and how global economies are responding to them. @denishew.bsky.social chaired the talk.
October 10, 2025 at 6:53 AM
On 4 November, in partnership with the Asia Research Institute (NUS), Prof Vamsi Vakulahbharanam from @umassamherst.bsky.social will be at the LKY Sch to discuss his new book, "Class and Inequality in China and India, 1950-2010."

Register for the talk here: lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/cag/events/d...
October 7, 2025 at 7:53 AM
Join us on 12 November for the S.T. Lee Distinguished Lecture, featuring @aysezarakol.bsky.social, Professor at the University of Cambridge. The event will be chaired by Prof Chin-Hao Huang, Co-Director of @caglkyspp.bsky.social.

Register: lkyspp.my.salesforce-sites.com/app/Online_R...
October 1, 2025 at 3:22 AM
In the latest China-India Brief, Hao Nan analyses how China and India are pursuing influence through corridor diplomacy in the Middle East, where regional states are strategically navigating the competing connectivity initiatives.
#cib259
Read the full issue here: lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/docs/default...
September 30, 2025 at 10:11 AM
In his latest Fulcrum Focus Plus article, Senior Research Fellow @denishew.bsky.social examines the new ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Strategic Plan 2026–2030. He unpacks its ambitious goals, questions of actionability, and what it means for #ASEAN’s future.

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Operationalising the AEC Strategic Plan 2026-2030: From Aspirations to Real Action | FULCRUM
Denis Hew analyses the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Strategic Plan 2026-2030, focusing on its ambitious goals and how they can be expanded, while highlighting concerns over its actionability and …
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September 29, 2025 at 3:05 AM
A new article on "Washington's ironclad Commitments Are Rusting in the Indo-Pacific," by @drmagomez.bsky.social, @ghwinger.bsky.social, and @laurensukin.bsky.social, has been published on @warontherocks.bsky.social.

Read the article here: warontherocks.com/2025/09/wash...
Washington’s Ironclad Commitments Are Rusting in the Indo-Pacific
The recent wave of meetings between U.S. officials and allies in the Indo-Pacific have been studies in the duality of American diplomacy under President
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September 26, 2025 at 3:47 AM
#CounterpointSEA Issue 16 is out now! This issue asks: "Is Water Diplomacy Working in the Mekong, and What Does This Mean for Asia?" Featuring essays by Anoulak Kittikhoun (LKYSPP, NUS), Hoang Thi Ha (ISEAS), and Zhang Hongzhou (RSIS, NTU).

Read the full issue: lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/docs/default...
September 8, 2025 at 4:30 AM
On 2 September, in partnership with @ucigcc.bsky.social, @caglkyspp.bsky.social hosted a workshop on Economics, Security and Asian Regional Dynamics. Scholars from across the Asia-Pacific gathered to discuss the evolving security–economic nexus amid intensifying geopolitical tensions.
September 3, 2025 at 9:57 AM
How can #WaterDiplomacy shape #Mekong cooperation? 🌊
In the latest ASEAN in Practice podcast, @denishew.bsky.social speaks with Anoulak Kittikhoun (Visiting Sr. Fellow at the LKYSPP).

Tune in: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KN6U...

View the full transcript:
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ASEAN in Practice: Episode 9 - Navigating the Mekong: Water Diplomacy and Regional Cooperation
YouTube video by Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKY School)
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September 3, 2025 at 9:32 AM
In the latest China-India Brief, Neeraj Singh Manhas assesses the implications of China’s Yarlung Tsangpo Dam and explores pathways for India–China collaboration in transboundary water governance.

#cib258

Read the full issue here: lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/docs/default...
August 29, 2025 at 6:33 AM
In the latest China-India Brief, Dr Chietigj Bajpaee examines the tacit patterns of interaction underpinning China–India relations and assesses the durability of their recent thaw.

#cib258

Read the full issue here: lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/docs/default...
August 29, 2025 at 6:32 AM