by chung chinyi | Jan 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Introduction: When Washington Sneezes, Singapore Catches Cold The fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis on January 7, 2026, has become more than just a tragic incident—it represents a flashpoint in America’s immigration enforcement that is...
by chung chinyi | Jan 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Ritual of Reunion: An Introduction Chinese New Year dining in Singapore transcends mere sustenance. It is theater, symbolism, and ancestral memory plated with precision. As the Year of the Horse approaches, the city’s most distinguished Chinese restaurants...
by chung chinyi | Jan 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Mass Exodus from Ukrainian Capital Amid Energy Warfare The Ukrainian capital of Kyiv is experiencing an unprecedented humanitarian emergency as 600,000 residents—nearly one-sixth of the city’s 3.6 million population—have fled following devastating Russian...
by chung chinyi | Jan 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Title: Geopolitical Fractures in the Arctic: Canada’s Strategic Response to U.S. Tariff Policies and Territorial Ambitions under President Donald Trump Abstract This paper analyzes the geopolitical tensions arising from U.S. President Donald Trump’s renewed push to...
by chung chinyi | Jan 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Geopolitical Realignment and Transatlantic Friction: An Analysis of the European Response to U.S. Coercion at the 2026 Davos Forum Abstract This paper analyzes the significant geopolitical schism that emerged between the United States and the European Union, as...
by chung chinyi | Jan 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Parody as Political Praxis: The Semiotics of the ‘Make America Go Away’ Cap in the Greenland-Denmark-US Diplomatic Crisis Abstract This paper examines the emergence and function of the ‘Make America Go Away’ red cap as a symbol of popular resistance during the 2026...
by chung chinyi | Jan 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Political Accountability and Party Discipline in a Dominant-Party System: A Case Study of the Workers’ Party’s Disciplinary Panel on Pritam Singh Date: January 25, 2026 Abstract This paper provides a detailed academic analysis of the Workers’...
by chung chinyi | Jan 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Introduction: The Prosperity Pot That Brings Families Together Pen cai (盆菜), known as “poon choi” in Cantonese, is more than just a dish—it’s a celebration of abundance, family unity, and auspicious beginnings. This magnificent “basin of...
by chung chinyi | Jan 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary Singapore faces two concurrent requests from the United States in early 2026: corporate sponsorship for the US Semiquincentennial celebrations and membership in President Trump’s proposed Board of Peace. These requests present diplomatic,...
by chung chinyi | Jan 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary As global enterprises pivot from AI experimentation to strategic deployment, Singapore finds itself at a critical juncture. With over 60% of its population using generative AI tools in the past year, the city-state leads the world alongside the UAE...
