Archives 2004

Singapore Idol
More than just a TV show Read
This new US gem of an idea can be a useful lesson to Asian politicians. By Seah Chiang Nee
Nov 30, 2004

JB Jeyaratnam
'My Political Career is Over' Read
End of the road for bankrupt veteran opposition figure. AP.
Nov 27, 2004

Politics
Preparations for election Read
Signs point to Mar-July poll as ministers' constituency visits increase; what are the 'hot' issues? By Seah Chiang Nee
Oct 31, 2004

Lee Hsien Loong
Stepping up the tempo Read
In 10 weeks, new Prime Minister is shaking things up. By Seah Chiang Nee
Oct 24, 2004

United States
TV debate: An eye opener Read
Superior debating skill has allowed underdog Kerry to catch up with Bush; in it lies a lesson for Singapore's aspiring politicians. By Seah Chiang Nee
Oct 16, 2004

Lee Kuan Yew
Interview with Charlie Rose Read
On Hsien Loong, how US can dispel unpopularity, what's most dangerous nuke region, who'll be strongest power in 50-100 years' time. PBS.
Sep 26, 2004

Lee Hsien Loong
A great start Read
His rally disperses several public worries, raises optimism for future. He won't be a Lee Kuan Yew-authoritarian leader. By Seah Chiang Nee
Aug 29, 2004

Grass-root politics Read
Tough act: Ensuring scholars, high achievers without political experience into a humble patient lot of heartland vote winners. By Seah Chiang Nee.
Aug 22, 2004

Changing Of The Guard Read
I can understand why Singaporeans are so fond of Goh. He had a way of making the small people feel important. TheEdge Singapore. By Seah Chiang Nee.
Aug 4, 2004

New cabinet
Singaporeans react Read
Excerpts of views of Singapore's new cabinet (announced on Aug 10) in local Internet forums.
Aug 11, 2004

A quick reaction Read
Some surprises in Singapore's new government: Older ministers not retired and Lee Kuan Yew's new post. By Seah Chiang Nee
Aug 10, 2004

Changing of the Guard Read
Transcript of Littlespeck editor interview on ABC (Aust) Asia Pacific TV broadcast on Aug 4. By Heather Li.
Aug 7, 2004

Singapore
‘Three-in-one’ leadership Read
Unique, controversial, a new political trend takes shape in Singapore. By Seah Chiang Nee
Aug 1, 2004

To Goh Chok Tong
A fond farewell - Read
Changed Singaporean generation also wants new man to be compassionate (not the Arroyo kind) yet firm against all foreign bullying. By Seah Chiang Nee.
Jul 25, 2004

Foreign reaction Read
On Aug 12, Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong steps down for Mr. Lee Hsien Loong. What the foreign media says (brief excerpts)
Jul 24, 2004

Leadership change
What the chatsites say Read
A selection of what Singaporeans say online about Mr. Goh Chok Tong's replacement - after 14 years - by Mr. Lee Hsien Loong
Jul 21, 2004

Leadership change:
A flurry of world visits Read
Why Singapore's top leaders went on a packed series of oversea trips - and the Taiwan controversy. Seah Chiang Nee.
Jul 18, 2004

Singapore
War against apathy Read
New leaders will have to free up more to kill the people's 'boh chap' apathy. By Seah Chiang Nee.
May 9, 2004

JB Jeyaretnam
Nearing 80.. still not out - Read
Ousted, bankrupt Singapore's 'Mr. Opposition' intends to stand for election again. Jose Raymond. TODAY interview.
Apr 29, 2004

Handover
Why the guessing game - Read
Here's why Singapore's prime minister declines to rush naming a step-down date. By Seah Chiang Nee
Apr 25, 2004

Stage set for power transfer Read
Mixed feelings among Singaporeans as PM Goh Chok Tong's retirement nears; unease over Lee family roles. By Seah Chiang Nee.
Apr 4, 2004

Pilot Ryan
Does it change things? Read
Fears that it will reverse Singapore's 'opening up' seem exaggerated. Here's why. By Seah Chiang Nee.
Mar 14, 2004

Trends - Singaporeans
Declining dependency Read
Vast changes reducing people's dependency on government; potential impact on future politics. By Seah Chiang Nee.
Feb 22, 2004

Goh Chok Tong
CNN interview Read
A remarkable family, the Lees appear to control Singapore but it's on merit; Goh says this has to be accepted so long as it's done transparently.
Jan 25, 2004

Lee Kuan Yew
Baring knuckles Read
A lesson how he did it in the past; older Singaporeans unfazed, but younger ones who'd never seen it before, shocked. By Seah Chiang Nee, Sunday Star.
Jan 11, 2004