Australia’s Critical Minerals Strategy Versus China
Australia's Critical Minerals Strategy: Challenging China's Dominance and Regional Implications Australia's Strategic Move Australia's newly announced A$1.2 billion (S$1 billion) critical minerals reserve represents a significant strategic effort to counter China's...
Impact of US Tariffs on Singapore Retailers
I'll analyze this article on the impact of US tariffs on Singaporean retailers. Here's a summary of the key points: https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/australianz/australia-plans-critical-minerals-reserve-to-reduce-global-reliance-on-china The article discusses how...
Cryptocurrency scam prevention
Analysis of Cryptocurrency Scams in 2025 According to the article, cryptocurrency scams remain a significant issue in the digital asset space, with $834.5 million lost to scams in 2024, accounting for 27.72% of all stolen cryptocurrency funds. Let me analyze the main...
Exploring Vietnam’s Bamboo Diplomacy
The Core Philosophy of Bamboo Diplomacy Vietnam's bamboo diplomacy is elegantly captured in the metaphor offered by its late leader Nguyen Phu Trong: a nation needs "strong roots, stout trunk, and flexible branches." This approach represents a sophisticated foreign...
Making Steak au Poivre at Home
Steak au poivre is a classic French dish that's both elegant and achievable in your home kitchen. Here's an expanded guide to mastering this peppery delight: The Perfect Cut The article highlights a shift from traditional thinking: Traditional choice: Filet mignon...
Billion Dollar Nickel Trading Scheme Allegations
Steven Goh Ching Huat, CEO of Ossia International, sold a rare Pagani Huayra Coupe to Ng Yu Zhi for $7.3 million in March 2020. This was one of only 100 such cars produced and the only one in Singapore. Goh himself was an investor in Ng's scheme, having invested more...
Impact of Trump’s tariffs on french champagne
Champagne producers in Epernay, France, are concerned about President Trump's threatened 200% tariff on European wines and spirits, which emerged as part of a larger trade dispute following the EU's imposition of duties on US products in response to US penalties on...
Exploring Singapore’s Evolving Thai Food Scene
Here's an analysis of notable Thai restaurants, including their Appeal to Singaporeans and potential food delivery considerations: Sawadee Thai Cuisine Location: Bugis (Tan Quee Lan Street) Background: 24 years in operation, recently renovated ($220,000) Cuisine...
FairPrice Group’s May Day and SG60 Promotions
I'll summarise the key points from the article about FairPrice Group's May Day and SG60 promotions: https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/fairprice-rolls-out-50-cents-coffee-at-kopitiam-outlets-50-discounts-for-members-from-april-24-may FairPrice Group's May Day and...
Global Economic Adaptation to Higher Tariffs
Analysis of Global Economic Adaptation to Higher Tariffs https://www.straitstimes.com/opinion/mapping-the-high-tariff-world According to the article, the global economy is undergoing significant restructuring due to higher tariffs, particularly those imposed by the...