Economy
[Big read] He Dong: Trump’s tariffs could spur ASEAN integration
He Dong, AMRO chief economist, tells Lianhe Zaobao business editor Shen Yue how US tariffs could push ASEAN to tear down trade barriers, integrate payment systems, coordinate resources and move up the industrial value chain. This conversation is part of Lianhe Zaobao’s Future 365 interview series.
Shen Yue
18 Mar 2026
Technology
TikTok, Manus and the new rules of going global
With TikTok selling its US business at a discount to survive while Singapore-headquartered Manus gains a valuation premium through relocation, the US-China tech rivalry inevitably puts tech companies’ operations at risk. Lianhe Zaobao business editor Shen Yue tells us more.
Shen Yue
28 Jan 2026
Economy
[Big read] How UOB’s Wee Ee Cheong masters the long game
UOB CEO Wee Ee Cheong reflects on family legacy, succession planning and banking strategy. From AI forecasts to nurturing talent at work and home, he shows that calm, steady leadership and patience often win the long game, observes Lianhe Zaobao business editor Shen Yue.
Shen Yue
18 Dec 2025
Economy
Ravi Menon: Expect even more changes as new economic structure emerges
In the third of Lianhe Zaobao's Future 365 interview series, Lianhe Zaobao business editor Shen Yue speaks to former Monetary Authority of Singapore chief Ravi Menon, who gives his views on how the global economy will change over the next decade, and how mindsets should shift accordingly.
Shen Yue
26 Feb 2024