Many respondents feel foreign countries would come to Singapore’s aid if it were attacked, researchers find.
Ex-Singapore MP Raeesah Khan tells ‘lies non-stop’, Pritam Singh’s lawyer says
Khan admitted to lying repeatedly about a false anecdote involving a rape victim, raising questions about her credibility.
NISTA to ‘strengthen’ UK infrastructure delivery ‘lacking strategic direction’
A new National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) is to become operational in the UK by spring 2025, to lead on strategic planning of major infrastructure projects as well as on their delivery, the government announced on Friday.
Malaysia’s Anwar to unveil bold budget with tax hikes and subsidy cuts: analysts
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is expected to table an expansionary budget amid rising confidence in Malaysia’s economic outlook.
Philippines defence chief questions China’s sincerity on South China Sea code
Manila’s defence minister voiced scepticism on Monday about China’s intention to negotiate a South China Sea code of conduct.
Pakistan frets over security ahead of SCO summit
Pakistan authorities have introduced laws to restrict protests in the capital while strengthening security ahead of the event.
Apollo Quiboloy’s Senate bid tests ‘unholy’ grip of religion on Philippines politics
As his legal troubles mount, the Duterte-linked pastor’s candidacy blurs the lines between religious influence and political power.
China’s tiger mums tour Singapore universities during holiday to give children competitive edge
For many Chinese parents, Singapore compares favourably to the US as a much safer place to study and to Australia as a cheaper place to stay.
As Biden skips Southeast Asia summits, is the US losing influence in the region?
Biden’s absence does not necessarily indicate weaker US interest in Southeast Asia but rather a shift in engagement strategy, analysts say.
Lee Hsien Yang and wife ‘always free’ to return to Singapore, police say
Lee Hsien Yang and Lee Suet Fern left the city state in 2022 after skipping a scheduled police interview.