Commentary: Tariffs, an ambassador's hearing and a diplomat’s visit – what whirlwind of US activity means for Southeast Asia

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Dr Anjani Sinha faltered at his confirmation hearing to become the US ambassador to Singapore, but he could still be a net positive to the relationship, says US politics expert Steven R Okun SINGAPORE: For years, the foreign policy elite in Washington DC and across Southeast Asian capitals complained the United States did not spend enough time paying attention to the region. That certainly has not been the case this week. Wednesday (Jul 9) kicked off with Singapore front and centre. “Singapore

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