Research@RSIS Newsletter
RSIS encourages a culture of collaboration and networking amongst staff. This page of ongoing research projects is continually updated with the progress of existing projects, and the launch of new ones.
This collation of ongoing projects was previously produced as hard copies, which can be accessed as PDF versions HERE.
IDSS (8)
NTS (12)
CENS (0)
CMS (3)
ICPVTR (0)
NSSP (0)
STSP (0)
SRP (4)
OTHERS (7)
Economic Security in the Indo-Pacific
Dr Kaewkamol Pitakdumrongkit Senior Fellow and Head of Centre for Multilateralism Studies
This project investigates the economic (in)security of the ASEAN member states and ASEAN Dialogue Partners. It identifies the vulnerabilities in the Indo-Pacific supply chains in several industries and proposes steps to be taken via multilateral cooperation to bolster the states’ economic security.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / International Political Economy / Regionalism and Multilateralism |
Region: | East Asia and Asia Pacific / Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Biosecurity Governance in Southeast Asia
Dr Mely Caballero-Anthony Professor of International Relations and Associate Dean (International Engagement); Head of Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies; President’s Chair in International Relations and Security Studies
Mr Julius Cesar Imperial Trajano Research Fellow
Mr Jose Ma. Luis P. Montesclaros Research Fellow
Ms Jeselyn Research Analyst
The project examines the security challenges arising from research in the life sciences, dual-use research, and the biotech industry in Southeast Asia. Other research areas include the preventive measures of Biosafety Labs (BSL), such as preventing biosecurity incidents caused by insider threats, extremist terror groups, cyber criminals, or transnational criminal networks. In addition, the project analyses the national and regional efforts to enhancing biosecurity and response and preparedness capacities in Southeast Asia and the wider region in case of the use or threat of use of biological weapons, including the roles of regional bodies and networks supporting ASEAN Member States. The research also explores pathways toward integrating biosecurity and response and preparedness capacity development into regional frameworks, standards and approaches.
Theme: | Non-Traditional Security |
Region: | East Asia and Asia Pacific / Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Multilateral Responses to Great Power Competition
Dr Joel Ng Research Fellow and Deputy Head of Centre for Multilateralism Studies
The Post-World War 2 liberal international order (LIO) was lauded for its inclusivity. However, pressures from rising powers are pushing the US towards a more exclusive order. Regions that thrived under the LIO face challenges adapting to this shift, marked by lines like 'democracies vs autocracies,' 'strategic autonomy vs spheres of influence,' and US-China confrontation. While the typology of choice frameworks at the nation-state level of analysis have clear frameworks (balancing, bandwagoning, hedging), the aggregation of interests at the multilateral level is more complex amid growing exclusionary competition. This project deploys comparative analysis of regional organizations to theorize how multilateral logics may evolve under conditions of increasing competition and confrontation.
Theme: | Regionalism and Multilateralism |
Region: | Global |
Small States and the Multilateral System: Creating a More Inclusive and Equitable World for All
Dr Kaewkamol Pitakdumrongkit Senior Fellow and Head of Centre for Multilateralism Studies
Dr Joel Ng Research Fellow and Deputy Head of Centre for Multilateralism Studies
This joint project between CMS and International Peace Institute (IPI) delves into the agency of small states in the multilateral system and provides policy recommendations on how to enhance such agency. The study strives to achieve 3 objectives: (1) to examine how issues of interests to small states can best be advanced at the UN and within the broader multilateral system; (2) to encourage small states to work together to bolster their influence in shaping the UN and the multilateral system; and (3) to raise the awareness of small states’ roles in addressing transnational issues and managing the global commons.
Theme: | International Political Economy / International Politics and Security / Regionalism and Multilateralism |
Region: | Global |
HADR Database
Dr Alistair D. B. Cook Senior Fellow and Coordinator of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Programme
Mr Keith Paolo Catibog Landicho Associate Research Fellow
The programme will collect data primarily on military HADR contributions by countries in Southeast Asia. This will provide an avenue to build more informed assessment on HADR and the evidence for periodic briefings on HADR developments.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / International Politics and Security / Non-Traditional Security |
Region: | Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
HADR Database
Dr Alistair D. B. Cook Senior Fellow and Coordinator of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Programme
Mr Keith Paolo Catibog Landicho Associate Research Fellow
The programme will collect data primarily on military HADR contributions by countries in Southeast Asia. This will provide an avenue to build more informed assessment on HADR and the evidence for periodic briefings on HADR developments.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / International Politics and Security / Non-Traditional Security |
Region: | Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Western Defeat in Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria: Can We Restore Global Order and Security?
Dr Rohan Gunaratna Professor of Security Studies
Is Western neglect of conflict zones and preoccupation with China, Russia and Iran, a distraction from the ground reality? Away from the glare of the international media, state and non state threat entities present a long-term strategic threat to international peace and security? To grapple with the 21st century challenges, the world needs a pragmatic, interest-based and collective leadership. Otherwise, the world will polarise and fragment along ideological, racial and religious lines. Can the west and east work together to reduce the conflict potential and pre-empt another world war? Helmed by far reaching and visionary leaders, a multi-dimensional, multi-pronged, multi-agency, multi-national and a multi-jurisdictional approach is needed to restore global harmony, political stability and economic prosperity.
Theme: | Conflict and Stability |
Region: | Global / Middle East and North Africa (MENA) |
Climate Change Impacts on Peace and Security in ASEAN: Regional Impact Assessment
Dr Alistair D. B. Cook Senior Fellow and Coordinator of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Programme
Dr Mely Caballero-Anthony Professor of International Relations and Associate Dean (International Engagement); Head of Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies; President’s Chair in International Relations and Security Studies
Mr Julius Cesar Imperial Trajano Research Fellow
Ms S. Nanthini Senior Analyst
This project will assess climate stressors, exposure, vulnerabilities and other relevant political, demographic, and socio-economic factors to map thematic issues and transboundary areas of importance and concern regarding the effects of climate change on peace and security in Southeast Asia.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / Non-Traditional Security / Regionalism and Multilateralism |
Region: | Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Climate Security in the Indo-Pacific
Dr Alistair D. B. Cook Senior Fellow and Coordinator of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Programme
Ms S. Nanthini Senior Analyst
Dr Mely Caballero-Anthony Professor of International Relations and Associate Dean (International Engagement); Head of Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies; President’s Chair in International Relations and Security Studies
This project will investigate climate security in the Indo-Pacific and its implications on regional affairs: the role of climate change as a crisis multiplier, the perceptions of climate security, and implications for defence and foreign affairs in the region. It will evaluate the place of climate change within national contexts, paying particular attention to the military by looking at its position within national discourse, the interpretations of climate security by military and civilian actors as well as its implications for regional security.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / Non-Traditional Security / Regionalism and Multilateralism |
Region: | East Asia and Asia Pacific / Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Climate Security in the Indo-Pacific
Dr Alistair D. B. Cook Senior Fellow and Coordinator of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Programme
Ms S. Nanthini Senior Analyst
Dr Mely Caballero-Anthony Professor of International Relations and Associate Dean (International Engagement); Head of Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies; President’s Chair in International Relations and Security Studies
This project will investigate climate security in the Indo-Pacific and its implications on regional affairs: the role of climate change as a crisis multiplier, the perceptions of climate security, and implications for defence and foreign affairs in the region. It will evaluate the place of climate change within national contexts, paying particular attention to the military by looking at its position within national discourse, the interpretations of climate security by military and civilian actors as well as its implications for regional security.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / Non-Traditional Security / Regionalism and Multilateralism |
Region: | East Asia and Asia Pacific / Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Global Impact of Saudi Arabia’s Changing Approach to Terrorism, Extremism and Exclusivism
Dr Rohan Gunaratna Professor of Security Studies
After the rise to power of MBS, the response of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to exclusivism, extremism and terrorism has changed. The new approach is to promote moderation, toleration and coexistence both within and outside government. As Crown Prince and as the Prime Minister, MBS has taken a tough stand and far reaching decision that will create a safer and a secure world. He has imprisoned 6000 including 2000 radical clerics. He has communicated unambiguously that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will fights religious hatred and build a harmonious society. The reforms in Saudi Arabia will continue to influence and shape global Islam and contribute to security and stability worldwide in the coming years. The paper will delineate these measures and counter measures in the Kingdom and its domestic, regional and global impact.
Theme: | Conflict and Stability / Country and Region Studies / General / Religion in Contemporary Society / Singapore and Homeland Security / Terrorism Studies |
Region: | Global |
Humanitarian Futures
Dr Alistair D. B. Cook Senior Fellow and Coordinator of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Programme
Dr Lina Gong Research Fellow
This project explores what is meant by strategic futures thinking and its importance for organisations with a humanitarian mandate committed to being prepared for the future. It will map out the current humanitarian landscape primarily in Southeast Asia within a global context, analyse the strengths and weaknesses of organisations with humanitarian responsibilities in coping with the humanitarian challenges today and discuss the necessary transformation for related organisations to be better prepared for future scenarios.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / Non-Traditional Security / Regionalism and Multilateralism |
Region: | Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Humanitarian Futures
Dr Alistair D. B. Cook Senior Fellow and Coordinator of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Programme
Dr Lina Gong Research Fellow
This project explores what is meant by strategic futures thinking and its importance for organisations with a humanitarian mandate committed to being prepared for the future. It will map out the current humanitarian landscape primarily in Southeast Asia within a global context, analyse the strengths and weaknesses of organisations with humanitarian responsibilities in coping with the humanitarian challenges today and discuss the necessary transformation for related organisations to be better prepared for future scenarios.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / Non-Traditional Security / Regionalism and Multilateralism |
Region: | Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Humanitarian Policy and Action in Asia
Dr Alistair D. B. Cook Senior Fellow and Coordinator of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Programme
Dr Mely Caballero-Anthony Professor of International Relations and Associate Dean (International Engagement); Head of Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies; President’s Chair in International Relations and Security Studies
Dr Lina Gong Research Fellow
Dr Sandeep Singh Research Fellow
This project investigates the current dynamics of humanitarian policy and action in Asia. Humanitarian crises that have taken a back seat in the past three years are once again in the news. How did humanitarian policy adapt during the COVID-19 peak? What have decision-makers learnt from dealing with humanitarian crises converging with a global pandemic? How have affected communities developed strategies to navigate competing priorities at the global level? How have neighbours and diaspora mobilised support, under what conditions, and to what ends to those most affected in humanitarian crises? These are important considerations that this project investigates to understand the emerging humanitarian policy landscape in Asia, its challenges, and the new dynamics of reform.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / Non-Traditional Security / Regionalism and Multilateralism |
Region: | Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Humanitarian Policy and Action in Asia
Dr Alistair D. B. Cook Senior Fellow and Coordinator of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Programme
Dr Mely Caballero-Anthony Professor of International Relations and Associate Dean (International Engagement); Head of Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies; President’s Chair in International Relations and Security Studies
Dr Lina Gong Research Fellow
Dr Sandeep Singh Research Fellow
This project investigates the current dynamics of humanitarian policy and action in Asia. Humanitarian crises that have taken a back seat in the past three years are once again in the news. How did humanitarian policy adapt during the COVID-19 peak? What have decision-makers learnt from dealing with humanitarian crises converging with a global pandemic? How have affected communities developed strategies to navigate competing priorities at the global level? How have neighbours and diaspora mobilised support, under what conditions, and to what ends to those most affected in humanitarian crises? These are important considerations that this project investigates to understand the emerging humanitarian policy landscape in Asia, its challenges, and the new dynamics of reform.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / Non-Traditional Security / Regionalism and Multilateralism |
Region: | Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Malaysia’s Foreign and Security Policies under the Anwar Administration: Opportunities and Challenges
Dr David Han Guo Xiong Research Fellow
Mr Nawaljeet Singh Rayar Associate Research Fellow
This research project examines Malaysia’s foreign and security policies under the Anwar administration. This examination assesses the government’s conduct of foreign policy in seeking trade and investment opportunities to boost economic performance for domestic gains, while coping with strong political challenges to the government’s legitimacy and resource constraints. Also, the project explores the Anwar government’s efforts to sustain Malaysia’s position as a notable voice in regional and international affairs concerning vulnerable Muslim populations. In particular, the project focuses on developments in Malaysia’s key political, security, and economic relations with its ASEAN neighbours, China, the United States and its allies, and countries in the Middle East.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / International Politics and Security / Regionalism and Multilateralism |
Region: | East Asia and Asia Pacific / Middle East and North Africa (MENA) / Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Southeast Asia as a Battleground for Influence: How Southeast Asia and ASEAN shape the Sino-Japanese Competition/Rivalry
Dr Bhubhindar Singh Associate Professor and Associate Dean (Academic Affairs); Head of Graduate Studies
China and Japan have developed a competitive/rivalrous relationship, which is expected to worsen in the coming decades. Perceiving Southeast Asia as an economic, political and strategic “prize”, they have elevated the importance of Southeast Asia/Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in their foreign policy strategies. The outcome has been competitive/rivalrous relationship where both fiercely compete to gain influence in Southeast Asia at the expense of the other. While the extant literature has covered various aspects of Sino-Japanese competition/rivalry in Southeast Asia, the Southeast Asian perspective has been largely silent in this research. More specifically, these studies have ignored the role that Southeast Asian/ASEAN have played in shaping the Chinese and Japanese policies and options that make up their foreign policy strategies towards Southeast Asia.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / International Politics and Security / Regionalism and Multilateralism |
Region: | East Asia and Asia Pacific / Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Humanitarian Civil-Military Coordination
Dr Alistair D. B. Cook Senior Fellow and Coordinator of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Programme
Ms S. Nanthini Senior Analyst
This project will assess the current work underway to develop HADR cooperation initiatives at the regional level and whether current crises and converging risk events necessitate an evolution of current CMCOORD. It will examine civil-military perspectives on disaster response, analyse case studies and assess the state of civil-military coordination in the Indo-Pacific. This will inform the identification of areas for improvement as well as assess attempts to develop HADR cooperation initiatives at the regional level.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / International Politics and Security / Non-Traditional Security / Regionalism and Multilateralism |
Region: | East Asia and Asia Pacific / Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
The Future of Planetary Health: Lessons from a Global Pandemic
Dr Mely Caballero-Anthony Professor of International Relations and Associate Dean (International Engagement); Head of Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies; President’s Chair in International Relations and Security Studies
Dr Alistair D. B. Cook Senior Fellow and Coordinator of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Programme
Chen Tao Associate Professor, Nanyang Business School, NTU
Miles Powell Head of History, School of Humanities, College of Humanities, Arts and Social, NTU
Patrick Daly Senior Research Fellow, Earth Observatory of Singapore, NTU
Ms Margareth Sembiring Associate Research Fellow
Mr Christopher Chen Associate Research Fellow
This research project brings together RSIS, COHASS, NBS, and EOS to develop a full grant proposal to investigate how a planetary health approach can be adopted/applied to mitigate Anthropocene risks and build resilience for a more sustainable and prosperous world. The schools involved in this proposal have consulted their research on global governance, risk analysis in financial markets, and environmental justice and societal impacts. It aims to answer two main questions: (i) How do we mitigate Anthropocene risk to improve planetary health? (ii) Why does the Planetary Health approach offer a better way to avoid future global crises like COVID-19? Through the development of a full research grant proposal, this project aims to provide a comprehensive and interdisciplinary perspective to address the planetary health challenge which will contribute to an emerging research agenda and provide insights for public policy.
Theme: | Non-Traditional Security |
Region: | Global |
Comparative Theology between Europe and Asia: A Hermeneutical Proposal
Dr Paul Hedges Associate Professor
A planned book project exploring methods of interpretation in studying religious diversity through a hermeneutical lens and seeking to offer a decolonial praxis of hermeneutics for comparative theology. It will engage Christian, Buddhist, Islamic, Hindu, and Chinese thought while also taking account of Jewish thought in this.
Theme: | Religion in Contemporary Society |
Region: | Global |
Critical Hermeneutical Phenomenology: Towards a Theory for Studying Religion and Religious Diversity
Dr Paul Hedges Associate Professor
Building from the theoretical basis of Understanding Religion (California University Press, 2021), a model for the theoretical exploration of how we study, interpret and understand the world, with particular attention to the study of religion and religious diversity, will be explored. It is hoped to get a book project that explores this.
Theme: | Religion in Contemporary Society |
Region: | Global |
Decolonizing Dialogue: A Dao-De-Jing (Way-Ethics/Principles-Classics) Approach
Dr Paul Hedges Associate Professor
To develop an approach to dialogue that is envisaged and coming out in a 4 book series (and some accompanying articles) that decolonises contemporary theorising on dialogue, focusing primarily on interreligious and intercultural dialogue. It will engage the classical Western theorists with global voices and perspectives around three poles: ethics, hermeneutics, and praxis.
Theme: | Religion in Contemporary Society |
Region: | Global |
Understanding Christian Far Right Extremism (CFRE)
Dr Paul Hedges Associate Professor
Mr Luca Farrow Senior Analyst
Through seminars and papers, this project aims to answer questions such as the following:
• To what extent have CFRE narratives gone global and what are the various forms they take?
• What are some of the key groups, traditions, and movements active in CFRE, both in specific contexts (e.g. Europe, the US, Australasia) and globally?
• How far do Christian, or other religious narratives/motifs, inspire actors both in FRE and CFRE in terms of participation, motivation, etc.?
• What are the key Christian terms, theological ideas, and symbology employed in C/FRE?
• How central are narratives of race and whiteness in CFRE, and how does this play into links with other global movements?
• How do both Islamophobia and antisemitism relate to the wider narratives in C/FRE?
• To what extent have CFRE narratives gone global and what are the various forms they take?
• What are some of the key groups, traditions, and movements active in CFRE, both in specific contexts (e.g. Europe, the US, Australasia) and globally?
• How far do Christian, or other religious narratives/motifs, inspire actors both in FRE and CFRE in terms of participation, motivation, etc.?
• What are the key Christian terms, theological ideas, and symbology employed in C/FRE?
• How central are narratives of race and whiteness in CFRE, and how does this play into links with other global movements?
• How do both Islamophobia and antisemitism relate to the wider narratives in C/FRE?
Theme: | Religion in Contemporary Society |
Region: | Global |
China and its Closest Strategic Allies
Dr Hoo Tiang Boon Associate Professor
Asst Prof Hoo Tiang Boon, Coordinator of the MSc (Asian Studies) Programme at RSIS, has received the MOE AcRF Tier 1 grant of $79,730 for a research project titled “Inner Circle: A Study of China's Relations with its Closest Strategic Allies." This project seeks to better understand the nature and substance of China’s relationship with its closest strategic allies in global politics. In particular, it investigates two key puzzles: Who are China’s closest strategic allies in global politics, and what is the extent of these countries’ alignment with China? Conceptually, the project introduces the notion of the “strategic inner circle” to distinguish China’s closest allies, and addresses limitations in existing concepts such as security alliances, military coalitions, clients, and formal partnerships.
Theme: | Conflict and Stability / Country and Region Studies / General / International Politics and Security |
Region: | Central Asia |
Climate Change Mitigation through CDM and REDD+ in Southeast Asia
Ms Margareth Sembiring Associate Research Fellow
The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has created several mechanisms to facilitate climate change mitigation efforts in developing countries. Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) and Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) were established to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the energy and forestry sectors respectively. This research assesses the interactions among actors involved in these initiatives in countries across Southeast Asia. It aims to examine the gaps and challenges in implementing climate mitigation solutions proposed by multilateral institutions such as the UNFCCC. It identifies best practices in optimising such solutions at the national level.
Theme: | Non-Traditional Security |
Region: | Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
The Southeast Asian Region: A Western Definition through Nature and Landscape
Dr Victor R Savage Adjunct Senior Fellow
The book of 11 chapters tries to look at the Southeast Asian region from an external (Western) perspective. The European perspective of Southeast Asia covers over 2,000 years of history. The first European cartographic definition of the region was found in Claudius Ptolemy’s 1st century AD atlas: Map 11 was dedicated to Southeast Asia entitled India beyond the Ganges. The European definition of the region was revived in the late 15th century with travellers and traders coming to the region and formulating their perceptions of the region. In this study, I use nature and landscape to represent the intimate Western experiences in the region and how these perceptions kept changing their definitions of the Southeast Asian region.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / Regionalism and Multilateralism |
Region: | Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
In Search of the Singapore Identity
Mr Han Fook Kwang Senior Fellow
This research will explore issues arising out of Singapore’s search for its identity. It will discuss what constitutes the Singapore identity, how has it changed, if any, what accounts for the change, why did the change occur, and what are the implications for the future. Singapore’s search for identity is not taking place in isolation but against a global backdrop where issues of identity are coming to the fore. In Europe and the US, there has been a resurgence of public sentiment towards stronger national identities. Brexit and the election of President Donald Trump in the US were examples of this, as is the rising strength of nationalistic, right wing parties in Europe. The research will discuss Singapore’s identity in this global context. It will also explore the issue of identity in the following areas: (i) economic identity; (ii) cultural identity; (iii) political/social identity; and (iv) international identity.
Theme: | General / International Political Economy |
Region: | Global / Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Contributing to Food Security and Fulfilling Agriculture’s Commercial Potential through Urban and Peri-Urban Agriculture in Singapore
Dr Paul Teng Professor and Adjunct Senior Fellow
Mr Jose Ma. Luis P. Montesclaros Research Fellow
Singapore imports more than 90 per cent of its total food consumption, and grows some quantities of eggs, fish and vegetables. There are plans of boosting these numbers, although any initiative will need to value-add to the country’s economy and productivity. In order to be more food secure amid the limitation of space, the government has supported technologies such as vertical farming, and provided funding to help farmers upgrade practices. This study will look into the types of technologies that can be leveraged to boost farming’s productivity, and allow for greater production within the limits of space, water and labour. It will further study the enabling environment for technology, focusing on the technology-policy interface.
Theme: | Non-Traditional Security |
Region: | East Asia and Asia Pacific / Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Assessing Gaps and Opportunities in Food Safety for Safer Food Production in ASEAN
Dr Mely Caballero-Anthony Professor of International Relations and Associate Dean (International Engagement); Head of Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies; President’s Chair in International Relations and Security Studies
Mr Jose Ma. Luis P. Montesclaros Research Fellow
Dr Jorgen Schlundt Professor and Director, NTU Food Technology Centre
This project aims to examine the current threats to food safety in ASEAN and explore ways to foster and enhance collaboration on food security. This project will produce a policy-relevant paper on how ASEAN as an institution, and its member states can address the types of food-borne diseases (FBD) that have plagued the region over the years. This is to be achieved by mapping out the ASEAN institutions involved in FBD management, and identifying gaps when compared to successful FBD management systems in countries/institutions such as Denmark and the European Union. This study will be limited to the top three to four diseases related to biotic factors (such as bacteria, parasites, and viruses), identified based on World Health Organization (WHO) Data. Literature review and stakeholder interviews will be done to provide insights on the ground. This research is being done in collaboration with the newly established NTU Food Technology Centre (NAFTEC).
Theme: | Non-Traditional Security |
Region: | Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Science & Technology and Economic Security
Dr Christopher H. Lim Adjunct Senior Fellow
Studies would include: i) how the development of science & technology could change the economic future and security of any country and/or region; ii) strategies and/or initiatives of a country and/ or a region could alter the economic future and security of another country and/or region; iii) exploration on the potential usage of biomimicry concept on how science, technology and economic could auto-feed and change the dynamics and characteristics of each other.
Theme: | General |
Region: | Global |
Mahathir, Anwar and Malaysia’s Opposition Politics: A New Beginning?
Mr Yang Razali Kassim Senior Fellow
To review the prospects for the Malaysian opposition, following the second incarceration of Anwar Ibrahim, and the “reinvention” of Mahathir as a de facto oppositionist leader. This paper will include the broader implications on Malaysian politics as a whole, taking into account whether the Malaysian opposition will evolve or remake itself in unexpected ways.
Theme: | Conflict and Stability / Country and Region Studies / General |
Region: | East Asia and Asia Pacific / Global / Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Mapping Regional Frameworks for Nuclear Energy Governance in the Asia Pacific
Dr Mely Caballero-Anthony Professor of International Relations and Associate Dean (International Engagement); Head of Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies; President’s Chair in International Relations and Security Studies
Mr Julius Cesar Imperial Trajano Research Fellow
The project explores pathways toward building a robust framework for nuclear energy governance in the Asia Pacific, including ASEAN. It has the following objectives: i) To look into the nuclear energy plans of East Asian/ASEAN countries, including the construction of nuclear power plants in the region, ii) To examine the regulatory frameworks on nuclear energy in ASEAN and the Asia Pacific and iii) To explore the feasibility of a “wider regional framework/blueprint for nuclear energy cooperation in the Asia Pacific”, building on some of the existing regional frameworks such as the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapons Free Zone (SEANWFZ) Treaty, Forum for Nuclear Cooperation in Asia, etc.
Theme: | Cybersecurity, Biosecurity and Nuclear Safety / Energy Security / Non-Traditional Security |
Region: | East Asia and Asia Pacific / Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Future Maritime Security Environment — Policy Paper and Workshop
Ms Jane Chan Git Yin Senior Fellow and Coordinator of Maritime Security Programme, IDSS
The study will identify likely developments in the maritime security environment of Asia over the next decade, including shifts in the maritime balance of power and particular threats and challenges in the maritime domain. The study will take a comprehensive view of security, and will include issues such as the trends with international shipping, environmental protection and resource scarcity. The overall objective will be to identify the implications of these developments for the region and for Singapore. The geographical scope for the study will be the Indo-Pacific region.
Theme: | Conflict and Stability / Country and Region Studies / Maritime Security |
Region: | East Asia and Asia Pacific / Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
Maritime Security and Sea Lines of Communication — Research Paper
Ms Jane Chan Git Yin Senior Fellow and Coordinator of Maritime Security Programme, IDSS
Dr Collin Koh Swee Lean Senior Fellow and Coordinator of Projects (Naval/Maritime Affairs)
The programme collaborates with the Information Fusion Centre (IFC) to work on topical maritime security issues relating to Sea Lines of Communication (SLOC) and chokepoints within IFC’s areas of interest. The project aims to better understand the threats and challenges in regional waters. It will consider national, regional and inter-regional maritime law enforcement capacity, best practices and cooperation.
Theme: | Country and Region Studies / Maritime Security |
Region: | South Asia / Southeast Asia and ASEAN |
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Note: From Sep 2018 onwards, projects are no longer compiled by issues. They have since been categorised as either "ongoing" or "completed".