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Catch up on the biggest news from around the world at the start of every business day with Lens on Daily. In Lens on Singapore, we take a monthly big picture look at current affairs, societal issues and government policies.

Podcaster: BT Podcasts

The Business Times, SPH Media.

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Headline news for May 14, 2026: President Trump sits down with President Xi in Beijing today with trade, Taiwan, AI and Iran on the table and the CEOs of Apple, Tesla and Nvidia in tow. Kevin Warsh is confirmed as Fed chair in the most partisan confi... more

Professor Joseph Liow, chairman of the Middle East Institute, joins Lens on Singapore’s Claressa Monteiro to cut through the noise around the Iran conflict and bring it into the Singapore context.

Two Singaporeans in conversation about energy expos... more

Headline news for May 13, 2026: President Trump declares Americans' financial pain is not even a little bit of a factor in his Iran negotiations — as U.S. inflation hits a three-year high and he flies to Beijing for a two-day summit with Xi Jinping. ... more

Headline news for May 12, 2026: President Trump calls the Iran ceasefire on life support and dismisses Tehran's peace proposal as a piece of garbage as the two sides remain deadlocked. Japan's bond yields hit their highest level since nineteen-ninety... more

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Minister of State for the Ministry of Digital Development and Information
Singapore Government
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Alan Murray
Founding president of the Wall Street Journal Leadership Institute and former CEO of Fortune Media.
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K. Shanmugam
Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs
Episode: Is Singapore’s peace built to last? With K. Shanmugam
Ong Ye Kung
Coordinating Minister for Social Policies and Minister for Health
Government of Singapore
Episode: Singapore is Ageing. Are We Ready? | With Minister Ong Ye Kung
Nicholas Fang
Senior Advisor at The Asia Group and Managing Director at Black Dot
The Asia Group
Episode: Budget 2025: Surprises or Expectations? What's in the basket? Lens on Singapore
Dr. Matthew Mathews
Head of Institute of Policy Studies Social Lab at NUS
NUS
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Andrew Blazey
Deputy Head of Budgeting and Public Management
Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development
Episode: Budget 2025: The "BTS" of Budget policy: Lens on Singapore
Terence Ho
Associate Professor Practice
Singapore University of Social Sciences
Episode: Budget 2025: The "BTS" of Budget policy: Lens on Singapore

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If AI leads the strategy, who leads the people?
Q: How can leaders help their employees adjust to rapid changes in technology?
Leaders need to communicate clearly about changes, provide training, and cultivate a trusting relationship with employees to help them navigate transitions successfully.
If AI leads the strategy, who leads the people?
Q: What makes a good leader?
A good leader is defined by the ability to make people follow them, emphasizing the importance of understanding and addressing followers' anxieties and needs.
Finding my dream job after 20 years in prison: Lens on Singapore (Ep 12)
Q: What advice would you give to other ex-offenders who are just starting their journey towards a new career?
Stam advised others to keep persevering, no matter how hard things get, highlighting that they are not alone.
Finding my dream job after 20 years in prison: Lens on Singapore (Ep 12)
Q: Were there any challenges you faced at your job?
Stam mentioned adapting to different workplace rules and the pressure of meeting expectations as challenges he faced.
Finding my dream job after 20 years in prison: Lens on Singapore (Ep 12)
Q: How has your life changed since having a full-time job?
Stam feels more responsible, humble, and proud of his achievements, viewing his job as a career rather than just employment.

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A daily global business news briefing that prioritizes macro developments, geopolitical tensions, and policy shifts alongside market moves in Asia, with a strong Singapore focus for local relevance. Episodes weave together oil, energy markets, central bank signals, and international diplomacy with Singapore's economic indicators and regulatory updates, offering listeners concise context on how global events ripple through markets and policy. A standout trait is the blend of fast-paced headlines and in-depth commentary from a seasoned business journalist, making it useful for finance professionals, corporate decision-makers, and investors who need to stay ahead of the curve while keeping an eye on Singapore's economy.

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