Singapore-China defense diplomacy

Singapore-China defense diplomacy

Singapore’s Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing reaffirmed strong military ties with China during a high-level meeting in Beijing on September 17, 2025. The visit marked his first official trip to China since assuming office in May and underscored Singapore’s commitment...
Federal reserve rate cut analysis

Federal reserve rate cut analysis

The US Federal Reserve has made its first interest rate cut of 2025, signaling concerns about growing risks in the labor market. On September 17, the Fed announced a reduction of its benchmark lending rate by 25 basis points, lowering the target range to between 4%...
Indonesian court ruling on military law

Indonesian court ruling on military law

Indonesia faces a pivotal legal and political moment as the Constitutional Court prepares to rule on challenges to recent military law amendments. The outcome of this decision will significantly impact the country’s democratic processes and civil-military...
Singapore trade partnership strategy

Singapore trade partnership strategy

Fourteen smaller World Trade Organization (WTO) members, including Singapore, have formed a new alliance to champion open and fair trade amid rising global economic uncertainty. On September 16, 2025, these nations established the Future of Investment and Trade (FIT)...
The Burnt Cones Story

The Burnt Cones Story

How two childhood friends turned pandemic uncertainty and past failures into Singapore’s fastest-growing gelato empire The aroma of freshly baked waffle cones mingles with the cool sweetness of artisanal gelato at Burnt Cones’ flagship outlet in Sunset...