by chung chinyi | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Title:The Continuation of the Singapore Equity Rally on 11 February 2026: An Empirical Examination of Market Drivers, Sectoral Performance, and Regional Context Abstract On 11 February 2026 the Straits Times Index (STI) closed at 4,984.58, an increase of 0.4 % (20.33...
by chung chinyi | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Title: The Non-Negotiable Red Line: Iran’s Missile Program and Its Geopolitical Implications in the Middle East AbstractIran’s steadfast refusal to negotiate over its missile capabilities underscores a critical point of contention in U.S.-Iran relations and regional...
by chung chinyi | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Title:Discrimination or Geopolitical Contestation? The United States’ Restrictions on Russia’s Role in Venezuela’s Oil Sector and Their Implications for Asian Energy‑Security Dynamics Abstract In February 2026 the Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov denounced the...
by chung chinyi | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Council of Europe’s Decision to Lift Diplomatic Immunity: An Examination of the Investigation into Thorbjoern Jagland’s Links to Jeffrey Epstein Abstract The Council of Europe, a leading human rights watchdog, has lifted the diplomatic immunity of its...
by chung chinyi | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
The End of a Protracted Parliamentary Deadlock in Kosovo (2024‑2026): Political Dynamics, Institutional Challenges, and Prospects for Governance Abstract Since the adoption of its constitution in 2008, the Republic of Kosovo has struggled to consolidate democratic...
by chung chinyi | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Title: Bangladesh’s Gen Z Voters and the 2026 Election: A New Dawn for Jobs, Governance, and Freedom? AbstractThis paper examines the aspirations of Bangladesh’s Gen Z voters—individuals aged 15–29—within the context of the nation’s pivotal 2026 general election....
by chung chinyi | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Evolution of Taiwan’s Defense Policy: An Analysis of the Opposition Party’s Shift on the Defense Bill Abstract This paper examines the recent development in Taiwan’s defense policy, wherein the opposition party, Taiwan People’s Party (TPP),...
by chung chinyi | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
MARKET ANALYSISValuation Premium Under Scrutiny: OCBC Downgrade Triggers Sharp Selloff and Raises Broader Questions for Singapore’s Consumer SectorPublished: February 11, 2026 | Singapore Exchange (SGX) | Consumer Staples At a Glance: Key MetricsMetric ValueShare...
by chung chinyi | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
The United States House of Representatives passed legislation on February 11, 2026 that would exclude China from major international financial institutions if Beijing were to threaten Taiwan. The bill passed with an overwhelming 395-2 vote, reflecting rare bipartisan...
by chung chinyi | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
SINGAPORE’S PRECARIOUS PIVOT POINT EXECUTIVE SUMMARYThe escalating war of words between the Chinese Embassy in Manila and Philippine legislators is more than a bilateral spat. It is straining the conditions under which Singapore — a non-claimant, trade-dependent...
