The China Gap Between US Strategic and Business Leaders
Tighter curbs on business with China loom as corporate leaders are warned that they cannot be bystanders in broader geopolitical rivalry.
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Steve contributes regularly to Channel News Asia, The Straits Times and other outlets.
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Harris Should Look Back to Gore for Her Roadmap
VP Kamala Harris’ struggles could complicate her ability to lead the Democratic Party in a future election, be it in 2024 or later.
US-ASEAN Summit an Opportunity for Biden on China Strategy
This week’s summit comes amid supply shocks, leadership transitions, and war.
Trump’s 2024 Presidential Run Launches Republican Civil War with Global Impact
With Trump potentially on the 2024 ballot, US partners will watch to see how many commitments they should make.
While Governments Take a Covid-induced Time Out from Sustainability, Businesses Should Not
In this new era of corporate sustainability, no issue unites stakeholders as urgently as climate change does.
ESG Collides Between Business & Government
Investors too often ignore the 'E' v 'S' trade off. Businesses which only take the 'E' into account in their ESG strategies will bump heads.
The Digital Solution to America's Trade Comeback
A swift return by the US to multilateral trade deals like the TPP is unlikely, but a sectoral approach in new growth areas is promising.
Trump's Final Grab for Power & America's New Hope
Thurgood Marshall Jr. & Steve Okun on Republicans refusal to overturn election results offers a chance to loosen Trumps grip on the party.
Why a Virtual Party Convention is Good for Biden
Steve Okun & Thurgood Marshall Jr believe a virtual convention benefits Biden.
Coronavirus Crisis is Double-Edged Sword for Trump
The pandemic may hurt Trump's re-election chances, but it also gives him a starring role on the national stage & sidelines Biden.
Singapore, US & The Challenge of Income Inequality
DPM Heng's bridge-building speech highlights proactive approach to a problem that is one of the core isues of US presidential election.
Engaging the Trump administration: A US business perspective
by Steve Okun, The Straits Times What is the US under the Trump administration doing to advance its own interests in Southeast Asia and...
Multi-Cultural Mission
Being an effective corporate diplomat involves recognising the distinct cultural practices in local markets.
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