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South-east Asia could pay dearly for worsening US-China ties
Prof Chan Heng Chee writes – The dangerous deterioration of US-China ties has grave and far-reaching implications, including for Asean states. Regional leaders should make clear their concerns to the two great power rivals.
Commentary: Mindsets must change before drivers will give up their cars
Many people still view owning a car as a status symbol. While they may talk about the necessity of having a car, many could do without one. To change mindsets, research led by Samuel Chng of the Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities suggested that public engagement and effective communication are important.
The Climate Conversations: Why is it so hard to recycle?
Dr Samuel Chng was interviewed in the Channel News Asia’s podcast series on the psychology of recycling behaviour, “The Climate Conversations: Why is it so hard to recycle?” on 20 October 2022.
Cities + Water: Singapore
Unravel published an article on cities and water management with a focus on how Singapore does it, and included expert quotes from LKYCIC senior fellow, Dr Harvey Neo.
Why a university of the arts now?
Prof Chan Heng Chee at the Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities, SUTD, writes an opinion piece on why Singapore decided to establish a university of the arts now.
When positivity becomes toxic
WORKED off your feet? Pause for a cup of tea.
NTUC forms task force to better understand work-life aspirations of youth
Straits Times reported that NTUC has formed a task force to better understand work-life aspirations of youths. The article mentioned multiple survey results that gathered various insights from youths, one of which was a study done in partnership with SUTD’s LKYCIC.
The ‘Third Space’ gains traction
Prof Chan Heng Chee (Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities) writes commentary on the ‘Third Space’ gaining traction after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine caused a profound rift in the world.
Takeaways from the pandemic
Business Times published an article on the takeaways from the pandemic, which included expert quotes from LKYCIC research fellow, Dr Samuel Chng.
NTUC to set up task force to look at needs of young people entering workforce
A study done last year in partnership with SUTD found that the top three challenges faced by young people just starting out at work revolved around career opportunities and prospects, finances, and mental health.