by chung chinyi | Jan 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Case That Clarifies Client-Banker Relationships The recent High Court dismissal of Fiona Lee Hsueh Ching’s negligence suit against her former Julius Baer relationship manager has sent ripples through Singapore’s private banking sector, establishing...
by chung chinyi | Jan 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary Iran is experiencing its largest uprising since the 2022 Mahsa Amini protests, with demonstrations erupting across all 31 provinces following a sharp economic collapse. At least 51 protesters, including nine children, have been killed, with estimates...
by chung chinyi | Jan 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Unfolding Crisis The recent escalation of tensions between the United States and Denmark over Greenland has sent shockwaves through the international community. On January 9, 2026, President Donald Trump declared that the US needs to own Greenland to prevent...
by chung chinyi | Jan 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Overall Mall Assessment Parkway Parade has transformed into a compelling dining destination in the East, especially with improved accessibility via Marine Parade MRT Station. The mall offers diverse international cuisines with a notable emphasis on quality over...
by chung chinyi | Jan 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Case Study: The Unraveling of a Strategic Alliance Historical Context The Cuba-Venezuela relationship has been one of the most significant bilateral partnerships in Latin America since Hugo Chávez came to power in Venezuela in 1999. This alliance was built on...
by chung chinyi | Jan 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Case Study Background Context The January 3, 2026 US military operation that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro represents a watershed moment in Western Hemisphere geopolitics and US-China relations. This operation unfolded against two...
by chung chinyi | Jan 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Understanding Pen Cai: Beyond the CNY Hype Pen cai, or poon choi, represents far more than just another Chinese New Year dish. This traditional Cantonese creation has deep cultural roots extending beyond Singapore’s common association with reunion dinners....
by chung chinyi | Jan 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Introduction The recent controversy surrounding Elon Musk’s Grok AI chatbot has sent shockwaves through the global tech community, and Singapore finds itself at a critical juncture in navigating the complex intersection of artificial intelligence innovation,...
by chung chinyi | Jan 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary Clear Secure recently opened its biometric screening program at US airports to travelers from 40 additional countries, including Singapore, marking a significant expansion that creates both opportunities and challenges for Singaporean travelers and...
by chung chinyi | Jan 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Art of Lo Hei: More Than Just a Salad As the Year of the Horse gallops into Singapore, I embarked on a gastronomic exploration of the city’s most compelling Yusheng offerings—a ritual that transforms a simple raw fish salad into a theatrical celebration of...
