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The Technocrat Taking Over in Singapore

After a four-year vetting process reminiscent of the Byzantine imperial system for selecting competent leaders, Singapore has elevated Lawrence Wong, an American-educated economist, to become the city-state’s next prime minister. Mr. Wong,
17 Mar, 2024
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China’s Military Ambitions Fuel Regional Arms Race

China’s move to sharply increase military spending and abandon its longstanding commitment to the “peaceful unification” of Taiwan has set off alarms across the Asia-Pacific, propelling neighboring countries to pour more money
15 Mar, 2024
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