by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Case Study The Workers’ Party (WP) faces a critical strategic decision following the removal of its chief, Pritam Singh, from the Leader of the Opposition (LO) role on January 15, 2026. Singh was deemed unsuitable by Parliament after being convicted for lying...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary As President Donald Trump temporarily steps back from military intervention after claiming Iran halted mass executions of protesters, Singapore faces multifaceted impacts from ongoing Middle Eastern instability. The crisis, which has already killed...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
When Ancient Symbols Collide with Modern Crisis Victoria’s recent experience of catastrophic bushfires followed immediately by extreme flash flooding presents more than a meteorological anomaly. It manifests as a collision of humanity’s most ancient...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
A Nation in Political Gridlock France finds itself at a critical juncture. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu’s announcement on January 16, 2026, of revised budget amendments represents more than just fiscal maneuvering—it’s a window into the deepening...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Navigating Geopolitical Uncertainty and Regional Implications The Dramatic Turn of Events In the early hours of January 3, 2026, the world witnessed an unprecedented military operation when the United States launched Operation Absolute Resolve against Venezuela,...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary The Coupang data breach saga represents a critical moment in Asian e-commerce history, with far-reaching implications for Singapore’s digital commerce ecosystem. While the “Amazon of South Korea” grapples with its worst crisis since...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary Singapore faces escalating ransomware threats as a major digital and financial hub in Asia-Pacific. With over eight in ten organizations experiencing cybersecurity incidents in the past year and ransomware cases increasing 21% from 2023 to 2024, the...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Case Study Background and Context In January 2026, US President Donald Trump escalated his campaign to acquire Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, by threatening to impose tariffs on nations that refuse to support the acquisition. This...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
As the lunar calendar ushers in the Year of the Horse, York Hotel’s White Rose Café has assembled a festive collection that bridges tradition with contemporary refinement. Over the course of an evening tasting, I explored their Chinese New Year takeaway menu,...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Restaurant Review Udon Shin brings Tokyo’s celebrated udon culture to Singapore’s Orchard Road, offering an authentic Japanese dining experience that has captured local attention since its November 2025 opening. The restaurant successfully replicates the...
