Ukraine war: Where are the peacemakers?

Ukraine war: Where are the peacemakers?

The tragedy of war in Ukraine shows the need for globally respected statesmen who could act in the cause of peace. The Russian invasion of Ukraine is illegal and has to be condemned by the international community. And it has been condemned. As a former ambassador to...
Why the 21st century will be an Asian one

Why the 21st century will be an Asian one

The figures point clearly to the shift, so what explains the disconnect between data and discourse? I am writing this column to give you a free copy of my latest book, The Asian 21st Century. Seasoned readers of my Straits Times columns will be surprised by this...