South China Morning Post
21 January 2021
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- Biden Stirs ‘Optimism and Hope’ in Asia, with Korean and Singaporean Leaders Singing His Praises
Biden Stirs ‘Optimism and Hope’ in Asia, with Korean and Singaporean Leaders Singing His Praises
US President Joe Biden’s appeal to Americans in his inauguration speech to end their “uncivil war” of political division had a domestic focus, but observers say his inclusive message and even-tempered tones will have deep resonance in Asia – where leaders are eager to quickly put the chaos of the last four years behind them. Dr. Joseph Liow, an international affairs analyst from NTU Singapore and Research Adviser at RSIS said the new US president would have to pay heed to Asia’s hopes that there will be genuine engagement on issues such as climate change. “Biden should also demonstrate that he is aware of the constraints and challenges faced by regional states in their specific contexts, which may be very different from that which prevails in North America or Western Europe,” he said.
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