LEADERS

"Expectations, forecasts, predictions and assumptions allow us to make decisions. But they can also contain biases and blind spots. Forecasts and predictions are not well suited to situations of volatility, uncertainty, and ambiguity because they project the future in a linear way that is not reflected in reality. The speed of technological change and the emergence of disruptive technologies continuously transform regional industrial structures."

"Now, how is this DWP different from previous defence policies? For one, the DWP offers a different strategy, one that is more holistic and covers all aspects of military power, domestic support and foreign relations. This approach involves rallying all layers of our government and society in dealing with issues related to national defence."

"Currently, the nation is at war with Covid-19. In just one year, we’ve gone from two deaths to more than 2 million across the world. Covid-19 is not only a global pandemic and public health crisis; it has also severely affected the global economy and financial markets."

"The future is actually about managing people with all the tech tools that we have at our disposal."

"Collaborations are pivotal for research universities and research institutes. Are we doing well in this space?"

"As NUOF’s country representative and coordinator, MIGHT works hand in hand with United Kingdom’s Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS). To date, 30 joint-programmes have been implemented under NUOF and MIGHT’s banner as well as other delivery partners from both countries."

"We have a whole suite of new technologies across various sectors—communication, agriculture, engineering and many others with the ability to drive change.”

"New technologies and business models don’t just create opportunities, they also create perils. Apparently, our businesses are exposed to the turbulent trends that disruptive 4th industrial revolution technologies can unleash."

"Today we see many attempts to humanise technology, machines and systems to improve the consumer experience."

"What challenges and opportunities do we have in front of us in designing future cities?"