Are we seeing a fragmentation in the rules-based global order? And if so, what does this mean for Singapore?
In this episode of Lens on Singapore, Claressa Monteiro speaks to Henry Wilkinson, chief intelligence officer at Dragonfly Intelligence from Dow Jones for his expert take on the biggest geopolitical flashpoints, from the war in the Middle East, to the Taiwan question. With two decades of experience assessing risk, he discusses the looming risks for global stability and security, both in Singapore and the region.
Highlights of the conversation:
03:12 The multi-sphere framework
05:43 Singapore’s hedging strategy
08:13 China’s ambitions in Asia
09:58 The Taiwan question
14:31 Geopolitics vs AI: Impact on business decisions
16:44 Claressa’s coffee question
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Written and presented by: Claressa Monteiro (claremb@sph.com.sg)
With Henry Wilkinson, chief intelligence officer, Dragonfly Intelligence from Dow Jones
Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro
Producer: Nicole Teo
Coordinating producer: Chai Pei Chieh
Video production: Studio +65
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