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Singapore

This is my way of empire-building. I desperately believe that capital is the route to power, and that survival demands we own our own capital. I think culture informs part of political economy.

China Will Not Be A Strong Supporter of Russia

China Will Not Be A Strong Supporter of Russia

The Partnership With Russia seeking Chinese assistance, I think the real question is just how strong this alliance really is? And in figuring this out, how much action will China really take? Understanding the level of Chinese commitment will help us predict how aggressive China will be in other regions,

Understanding the Nickel Fiasco

Understanding the Nickel Fiasco

So there's been a big blow-up surrounding the nickel market and I want to understand what exactly has gone on. Very quickly, on the eighth of march nickel prices rose 250% within a day from 30k to a peak of a 100k. Then, the London Metal Exchange actually

More Land More Innovation

More Land More Innovation

The idea is that more land will boost innovation. From the point of view of Singapore, we have too many scarcities. Compared to poorer countries with more abundance. For example, land, food prices, and housing. So much of our innovation and energies are dedicated to climbing the bottom rungs of

Hollowness is not unique

Hollowness is not unique

Life sucks. It has no meaning and it hurts. But if you think you've woken up, don't make the mistake of staying there. Yes, life is painful, and hollow, and fundamentally devoid of meaning. All of this is true and it sucks so, so much. Your

Drilling Down To Being An Analyst

Drilling Down To Being An Analyst

Premise How do I know what work I want to do if I want to do everything? I know I believe in improving the world. This means improving the human condition. First, there are intangibles like culture and art. So that opinions may be swayed. But also so that life

Sketching Plans to Research Chinese Tech | Alibaba

Sketching Plans to Research Chinese Tech | Alibaba

Sorry for the amount of bullet points. It's just easier to think that way.

Why Everything We Do Matters

Why Everything We Do Matters

When I look at the cosmic vastness of the universe, I am so moved by what I should do with my life. But in realising the significance of life, I also realise that the everyday life is incredibly important, just as much. Perhaps even more so in some cases. This