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YouTube video by Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKY School) ASEAN in Practice: Episode 10 - Unpacking the new ASEAN Economic Community strategy: Reset or Renew?

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).
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The #CAG Student Competition for the upcoming Special Edition of Counterpoint Southeast Asia is now open to LKYSPP Master’s & PhD students!

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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.

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 ...

📢 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.

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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.

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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📍 Venue Update: The room has changed to Seminar Room 2-1, Level 2 Manasseh Meyer Building, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy.

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.

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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.

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📢 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?"

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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

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.

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.

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...

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.

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...

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.

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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.
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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 …

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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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

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...

#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).

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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.

YouTube video by Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKY School) ASEAN in Practice: Episode 9 - Navigating the Mekong: Water Diplomacy and Regional Cooperation

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).

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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.

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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.

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On 27 Aug, we welcomed Hong Siew Ching Speaker Prof Sophia Kalantzakos, Global Distinguished Professor at NYU Abu Dhabi, for her talk “Weaponized Interdependence: Critical Minerals in a Fracturing World”, exploring global competition over #criticalminerals and pathways forward.

📢 Upcoming Talk at Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy!

On 27 Aug, join Prof. Sophia Kalantzakos (New York University Abu Dhabi) as she speaks on “Weaponized Interdependence: Critical Minerals In A Fracturing World.”

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On Wednesday (20 Aug), we hosted an engaging panel discussion as part of our #CounterpointSEA webinar and policy brief series. Thanks to all who attended to hear insights from Dr Anoulak Kittikhoun (LKYSPP), Ms Hoang Thi Ha (ISEAS) and Dr Zhang Hongzhou (RSIS) on water diplomacy in the #Mekong.

What is water diplomacy in the #Mekong and what are its implications for the region?💧

Find out at our discussion on 20 August — don’t miss it!

For more details and to register for our event: lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/cag/events/d...

Join us on 27 August as Hong Siew Ching Speaker Prof. Sophia Kalantzakos, Global Distinguished Professor at NYU Abu Dhabi, will be giving a talk on “Weaponized Interdependence: Critical Minerals In A Fracturing World."

Register here: lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/news-events/...