Reports of a possible US-Iran truce and renewed hopes of calmer passage through the Strait of Hormuz have sparked wider questions about global stability, energy security and whether the world is becoming increasingly conditioned to living with uncertainty.

At the same time, attention is turning to the upcoming Trump-Xi summit in Beijing, where trade, technology, Taiwan and geopolitical tensions are all expected to feature prominently.

On Viewpoint Friday, Lynlee Foo speaks to Vishnu Varathan, Managing Director and Head of Macro Research for Asia ex-Japan at Mizuho Bank, about shifting global dynamics, uncertainty in everyday life and what these developments could mean for the world ahead.

Reports of a possible US-Iran truce and renewed hopes of calmer passage through the Strait of Hormuz have sparked wider questions about global stability, energy security and whether the world is becoming increasingly conditioned to living with uncertainty.
At the same time, attention is turning to the upcoming Trump-Xi summit in Beijing, where trade, technology, Taiwan and geopolitical tensions are all expected to feature prominently.
On Viewpoint Friday, Lynlee Foo speaks to Vishnu Varathan, Managing Director and Head of Macro Research for Asia ex-Japan at Mizuho Bank, about shifting global dynamics, uncertainty in everyday life and what these developments could mean for the world ahead.

Take a step back, refocus, and Reset with Lynlee.

Take a step back, refocus, and Reset with Lynlee.

Airing weekdays from 1pm to 4pm, the show brings clarity to the stories shaping Singapore and the world — from current affairs and global developments to business trends and industry shifts. Through insightful conversations and fresh perspectives, Lynlee explores what’s driving the headlines and where things are heading next.

Featuring segments like Viewpoint, Industry Insight and Suite Talk, Reset goes beyond the noise to offer thoughtful analysis, real-world context and ideas that help you recalibrate for the rest of your day.

Take a step back, refocus, and Reset with Lynlee.
Airing weekdays from 1pm to 4pm, the show brings clarity to the stories shaping Singapore and the world &mdash; from current affairs and global developments to business trends and industry shifts. Through insightful conversations and fresh perspectives, Lynlee explores what&rsquo;s driving the headlines and where things are heading next.
Featuring segments like Viewpoint, Industry Insight and Suite Talk, Reset goes beyond the noise to offer thoughtful analysis, real-world context and ideas that help you recalibrate for the rest of your day.