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Committee of Supply 2023 debate, Day 2: Henry Kwek on adapting to a challenging world

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The war in Ukraine is undermining the international system that has kept peace and defended the independence of countries. The strain in US-China relations has made armed conflict more likely and split up technology, finance and supply chains. The climate emergency is leading to greater inequality worldwide. MP Henry Kwek listed some of these challenges, and pointed out that such shifts will also bring opportunities for those who are bold and move fast. Speaking in Parliament on Monday (Feb 27), he wanted to know how Singapore can adjust its foreign policy to ensure that it succeeds in this shifting world.   

The war in Ukraine is undermining the international system that has kept peace and defended the independence of countries. The strain in US-China relations has made armed conflict more likely and split up technology, finance and supply chains. The climate emergency is leading to greater inequality worldwide. MP Henry Kwek listed some of these challenges, and pointed out that such shifts will also bring opportunities for those who are bold and move fast. Speaking in Parliament on Monday (Feb 27), he wanted to know how Singapore can adjust its foreign policy to ensure that it succeeds in this shifting world.   

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