Vivian Balakrishnan
Singapore's Foreign Minister and former physician, experienced diplomat and policymaker who speaks on regional trade, geopolitics, and economic strategy.
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Nov 26, 2025 • 29min
Live from Singapore: Keeping Globalization Alive Amid 'Geopolitical Climate Change'
Vivian Balakrishnan, Singapore's Foreign Minister and a seasoned diplomat, discusses the evolving landscape of global trade amid rising geopolitical tensions. He describes the U.S. retreat from its postwar role as a 'messy transition' and coins the term 'geopolitical climate change' to explain shifting global dynamics. Balakrishnan emphasizes the importance of new trade coalitions and highlights ASEAN's potential for deeper economic ties. He concludes with optimism, noting that many nations still seek rules-based integration to counteract instability.
Jul 28, 2023 • 43min
#419 - Shanmugam and Balakrishnan Could Sue Lee Hsien Yang for Defamation & Tharman Launches Campaign for Presidency
Ministers Shanmugam and Balakrishnan threaten legal action against Lee Hsien Yang for defamation despite POFMA orders. Tharman Shanmugaratnam launches presidential campaign with 'Respect For All' slogan. Podcast explores political tensions, legal disputes, and complexities of family dynamics in high-profile cases.
