by chung chinyi | Jan 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
Case Study: The Burundi Refugee Emergency (January 2026) Background and Context The ongoing conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has triggered a severe humanitarian crisis in neighboring Burundi. Since early December 2025, when the M23 rebel...
by chung chinyi | Jan 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary This case study examines how slowing AI infrastructure spending and changing interest rate environments could impact Singapore’s economy, financial markets, and investment landscape. Unlike the US with its hyperscaler-driven AI boom, Singapore...
by chung chinyi | Jan 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary Cyera’s January 2026 Series F funding round represents one of the most significant capital raises in the data security sector, with the company’s valuation tripling to $9 billion in just over a year. This case study examines the drivers...
by chung chinyi | Jan 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary The extradition of Chen Zhi from Cambodia to China on January 8, 2026, marks a significant milestone in the fight against transnational organized cybercrime in Southeast Asia. This case reveals the sophisticated infrastructure of modern scam...
by chung chinyi | Jan 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary This case study examines Singapore’s stock market positioning in the context of global market dynamics as of January 2026, analyzing key challenges, opportunities, and strategic solutions for investors and policymakers in the Lion City. Current...
by chung chinyi | Jan 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary Singapore’s economy faces a critical inflection point as US tariffs and weakening global demand threaten its export-driven growth model. Despite achieving 4.8% GDP growth in 2025 (beating expectations), the outlook for 2026 is significantly...
by chung chinyi | Jan 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary As we enter 2026, Singapore’s food costs continue to be a significant household expense, but savvy diners can still find excellent value across the island. Based on the 2023 Makan Index 2.0 baseline and adjusting for inflation and market trends...
by chung chinyi | Jan 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
Case Study: Divergent Responses to the Ukraine Crisis Background Context Ian Storey’s research in “Putin’s Russia And Southeast Asia” reveals the complex and varied nature of Russia’s engagement with the region. Despite Russia’s...
by chung chinyi | Jan 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
How discount retailers are thriving amid inflation and changing consumer behavior The Current Landscape In January 2026, value shops have become more relevant than ever in Singapore’s retail ecosystem. With 69 Valu$ locations island-wide and competitors like...
by chung chinyi | Jan 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary Singapore’s Housing & Development Board (HDB) implemented significant rental policy reforms on January 10, 2026, extending the commitment period for tendered shop rents from three to six years. This case study examines the drivers behind...
