Ukraine-Russia Conflict

Ukraine-Russia Conflict

Case Study: The Evolving Diplomatic Landscape Background Context The Russia-Ukraine war, which began in February 2022, has entered a critical phase as of late December 2025. After nearly four years of conflict resulting in tens of thousands of deaths and massive...
Myanmar Election 2025

Myanmar Election 2025

Executive Summary Myanmar’s December 2025 election represents a critical juncture in Southeast Asian geopolitics, occurring five years after the military coup that plunged the nation into civil war. This heavily restricted electoral exercise, widely condemned as...
HDB MOP Supply Surge (2026-2028)

HDB MOP Supply Surge (2026-2028)

Executive Summary Singapore’s public housing market faces a significant influx of resale-eligible flats as 13,480 HDB units reach their Minimum Occupation Period (MOP) in 2026, nearly double 2025’s supply. This case study examines the market dynamics,...
Robertson Quay Dining Guide

Robertson Quay Dining Guide

Introduction Robertson Quay has evolved into one of Singapore’s most sophisticated dining destinations, offering a quieter alternative to the bustling Clarke Quay while maintaining its own unique riverside charm. This comprehensive guide covers 20 exceptional...
Guide to Singapore’s Best Chilli Crab

Guide to Singapore’s Best Chilli Crab

The Origin Story Chilli crab is one of Singapore’s most iconic national dishes, created in 1956 by street food hawker Cher Yam Tian. She started by adding bottled chilli sauce to her stir-fried crabs, selling them from a pushcart in Kallang. The dish...
Italy’s Public Tender Reform

Italy’s Public Tender Reform

Case Study: Balancing Efficiency and Accountability Background Italy’s December 2025 parliamentary approval of sweeping public tender reforms represents a fundamental shift in how one of Europe’s major economies manages public spending oversight. The...
The 1MDB Scandal

The 1MDB Scandal

Case Study: The 1MDB Saga Background The 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) scandal represents one of the world’s largest financial fraud cases, involving approximately RM53 billion (S$16.8 billion). Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak established 1MDB...
Singapore’s 2025 Pizza Scene

Singapore’s 2025 Pizza Scene

Restaurant Reviews Vincenzo Capuano (Robertson Quay) Rating: 4.5/5 Vincenzo Capuano brings authentic Neapolitan excellence to Singapore’s riverside dining precinct. The 35-year-old Naples-born founder has successfully transported his hometown’s pizza...