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AsiaOne
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Daily roundup: Chan Chun Sing says taking sides without context 'breeds irrelevance' — and other top stories today, World News
Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Taking sides, without context, 'breeds irrelevance': Chan Chun Sing on global order and security In a fragmenting global security and economic order, taking sides blindly can make a country irrelevant, Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing said at the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue (SLD) on Sunday (June 1). Minister Chan was speaking at the sixth and final plenary of the 22nd SLD on the topic of enhancing security co-operation for a stable Asia-Pacific alongside Papua New Guinea Defence Minister Billy Joseph and Sweden Defence Minister Pål Jonson... » READ MORE 2. Hong Kong celebrity couple Benjamin Yuen and Bowie Cheung expecting second baby Hong Kong actress Bowie Chung announced on Instagram yesterday (June 1) that she and her actor husband Benjamin Yuen are expecting a second baby. The 33-year-old posed with a strip of ultrasound scans while carrying their first child Yau Hei, who turns two this year. The post's caption wrote: "Yuen Yau Hei has a small belly. Mommy has a big belly... » READ MORE 3. Miss World 2025 sees first winner from Thailand - meet the political science student who champions breast cancer awareness The title of Miss World 2025 went to Thailand's Opal Suchata Chuangsri after the grand finale held in Hyderabad, India on Saturday (May 31). Taking over the crown from last year's winner Krystyna Pyszkova of Czechia, Opal is the 72nd Miss World and the first winner from Thailand in the history of the pageant, according to the organisation... » READ MORE 4. 81-year-old found dead in Bukit Merah flat after neighbour notices foul smell An elderly man was found dead in his HDB unit after a neighbour reported a persistent foul smell emanating from his unit. The police received a call for assistance at around 11.10am at Block 117 Bukit Merah View on Saturday (May 31)... » READ MORE editor@
AsiaOne
2 days ago
- Politics
- AsiaOne
Taking sides, without context, 'breeds irrelevance': Chan Chun Sing on global order and security, Singapore News
In a fragmenting global security and economic order, taking sides blindly can make a country irrelevant, Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing said at the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue (SLD) on Sunday (June 1). Minister Chan was speaking at the sixth and final plenary of the 22nd SLD on the topic of enhancing security co-operation for a stable Asia-Pacific alongside Papua New Guinea Defence Minister Billy Joseph and Sweden Defence Minister Pål Jonson. "For Singapore, we believe that taking sides, regardless of issues and context, breeds irrelevance," Chan stated, adding that if we must choose sides, he hopes that it will be the side of principles. These principles are ones that "uphold a global order, where we do not descend into the law of the jungle, where the mighty do what they wish and the weak suffer what they must", he explained. "Singapore will choose the side of principles that promote a more integrated global economic and security order underpinned by international law and sovereign equality." 'For the common good' In this global order, states, regardless of size, will have a fair chance to compete and improve the lives of people through trade, he also explained. Chan further emphasised Singapore's stance that all states have agency and responsibilities to uphold the global order. This, he explained, is why Singapore works with "like-minded partners", making connections "for the common good". "Any functioning global rules-based economic and security order must be able to address the emerging challenges of the day and the challenges of tomorrow," he stressed. "Openness and inclusivity are important, because all stakeholders must feel that they have a voice in shaping the rules." He also pledged that Singapore would work alongside Asean to raise awareness and develop principles to "facilitate defence co-operation on critical underwater infrastructure security in our region". [[nid:717748]] Addressing those present, Chan stated: "To all the powers of the world: the greater one's power, the greater is one's responsibility. "All great powers can choose to demonstrate the power of its example, or you can choose to demonstrate the example of its power. We all have a choice to make." Don't go it alone, Chan Chun Sing warns In his speech, Chan also highlighted the need to co-operate with others instead of "going alone". He explained that prioritising individual security isn't wrong, but must be done alongside a commitment to international laws and norms. If there is no trust between countries to act in accordance with these laws and norms, individual security could come at the expense of the insecurity of others, Chan said. "'My security first should not become 'my security only'," he warned. "Otherwise, we all fall victim to the Prisoners' Dilemma, where the pursuit of self-interest leads to less ideal outcomes, both individually and collectively." A Prisoners' Dilemma refers to a logical paradox where individuals pursue their own self-interests, inadvertently causing a less optimal outcome for everyone across the board. Chan then shared the importance of domestic confidence, citing US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, who had said that credible deterrence starts at home. "International co-operation and effective diplomacy must also start with domestic confidence," he said. "Externalising one's domestic issues cannot be the solution to one's domestic challenges." Conversely, it is domestic cohesion, policy coherence and leadership continuity that builds credibility, Chan stated. "Domestic security and external security must be mutually reinforcing… Political and military leaders must arrest the instinct or temptation to go at it alone when they feel insecure. Only then can we avoid conflict and keep the peace," added Chan. [[nid:716881]] khooyihang@
Malaysiakini
3 days ago
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Anwar arrives in Singapore for Shangri-La dialogue
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has arrived in Singapore for a one-day working visit to participate in the 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue (SLD), the premier defence and security conference in the Asia-Pacific region. The aircraft carrying Anwar touched down at Singapore Changi Airport at 11.39am. He will proceed to the Shangri-La Hotel on...
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Anwar meets US defence secretary, Boeing chief to boost security, industry ties
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today received a courtesy call from United States Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth during his brief working visit to Singapore. In a Facebook post, Anwar said the meeting touched on efforts to enhance bilateral cooperation in the fields of defence and maritime security. He also expressed appreciation for the United States' participation in the recent Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (Lima '25). During the same visit, the prime minister also received a courtesy call from Boeing Global president Brendan Nelson. "We took the opportunity to discuss maritime security, asset modernisation and investment in education. "We also explored collaboration with local industry players in training, strategic cooperation and the development of the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) ecosystem," he said. Anwar said both meetings reflect Malaysia's growing relevance in the regional and global defence landscape. Earlier today, the prime minister arrived in Singapore to attend the 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue (SLD), a prestigious regional security and defence summit for the Asia-Pacific region.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Anwar meets US Defence Secretary, Boeing Chief to boost security
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today received a courtesy call from United States Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth during his brief working visit to Singapore. In a Facebook post, Anwar said the meeting touched on efforts to enhance bilateral cooperation in the fields of defence and maritime security. He also expressed appreciation for the United States' participation in the recent Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (LIMA'25). During the same visit, the prime minister also received a courtesy call from Boeing Global President Brendan Nelson. 'We took the opportunity to discuss maritime security, asset modernisation and investment in education. We also explored collaboration with local industry players in training, strategic cooperation and the development of the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) ecosystem,' he said. Anwar said both meetings reflect Malaysia's growing relevance in the regional and global defence landscape. Earlier today, the Prime Minister arrived in Singapore to attend the 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue (SLD), a prestigious regional security and defence summit for the Asia-Pacific region.
