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Faishal’s resignation could hasten Cabinet reshuffle, reaffirms PAP’s high standards: Analysts

Faishal’s resignation could hasten Cabinet reshuffle, reaffirms PAP’s high standards: Analysts

Faishal Ibrahim’s resignation for misconduct may accelerate Singapore’s Cabinet reshuffle. Analysts suggest PM Wong’s swift action upholds high political standards, though it creates leadership gaps requiring urgent attention.

Broken China? Why one economist says China’s growth has stalled

Broken China? Why one economist says China’s growth has stalled

Economist Logan Wright argues China’s economic growth has stalled due to unreliable data, excess industrial capacity, and demographic decline, warning that these structural issues pose significant global risks.

Japan revises imperial law for sustainable system, keeps male-line throne

Japan revises imperial law for sustainable system, keeps male-line throne

Japan revised its Imperial House Law to allow royal women to retain status after marriage and permit the adoption of male relatives, while strictly maintaining the male-only succession system.

Taiwan lawmakers to remove legal hurdles for Starlink to operate

Taiwan lawmakers to remove legal hurdles for Starlink to operate

Taiwan is amending telecommunications laws to remove ownership restrictions, aiming to allow Starlink to operate and bolster national communication resilience against potential conflicts with China.

Too many durians, not enough buyers: Malaysia eyes new China land route to clear record supply glut

Too many durians, not enough buyers: Malaysia eyes new China land route to clear record supply glut

Malaysia is exploring new overland export routes to China to reduce logistics costs and clear a record domestic durian glut, though industry players remain divided over potential impacts on fruit quality.

China’s Xi says AI should not be dominated by one country

China’s Xi says AI should not be dominated by one country

At the World Artificial Intelligence Conference, President Xi Jinping urged international cooperation, stating AI should not be dominated by one country and must remain under human control to ensure global security.

Chinese start-up Moonshot unveils ‘world’s largest’ open AI model Kimi K3, closing in on US rivals

Chinese start-up Moonshot unveils ‘world’s largest’ open AI model Kimi K3, closing in on US rivals

Chinese start-up Moonshot has launched Kimi K3, a 2.8 trillion-parameter open-weight AI model. This powerful system rivals top US models, highlighting China's rapid progress in closing the global AI development gap.

Singapore’s key exports rise 20.7% in June, missing forecasts despite AI-led electronics boom

Singapore’s key exports rise 20.7% in June, missing forecasts despite AI-led electronics boom

Singapore’s June non-oil domestic exports rose 20.7%, missing the 28.7% forecast. Despite this, electronics exports surged 105.1% due to strong AI-related demand for memory chips and server products.

GovTech layoffs: ‘No one is safe’ or ‘No one is to blame’?

GovTech layoffs: ‘No one is safe’ or ‘No one is to blame’?

GovTech’s recent layoffs reflect a strategic shift toward in-house product development rather than economic decline. Clear communication regarding these changes helps mitigate uncertainty and resentment among staff.

Iran risks overplaying its hand on Hormuz

Iran risks overplaying its hand on Hormuz

Iran’s aggressive actions in the Strait of Hormuz risk long-term strategic losses, as neighbors are now developing alternative pipeline routes to bypass the waterway, ultimately diminishing Tehran's geopolitical leverage.

From Chip War to Chip Value: Taiwan and the New Geopolitics of Technology Trust｜Insight｜2026-07-16｜web only

From Chip War to Chip Value: Taiwan and the New Geopolitics of Technology Trust｜Insight｜2026-07-16｜web only

Taiwan must shift from chip manufacturing dominance to shaping global technology trust, standards, and security, evolving from a production hub into a strategic partner in the new geopolitics of technology.

Australia’s AI ambitions add to construction squeeze as housing target looms

Australia’s AI ambitions add to construction squeeze as housing target looms

Australia’s push to become an AI hub is straining its construction sector. Rising demand for data centers competes with housing projects for skilled labor, threatening national targets amid severe workforce shortages.