The IPS-Nathan Lecture Series

[View Email In Browser]( [World Scientific Publishing Co.]( [WorldSci]( [World Scientific Publishing Co.]( 20% Off | Use Code: MAY204 | Valid Until 7 June 2020 | [Shop Now]( [The IPS-Nathan Lecture Series]( [The Idea of Singapore]( [The Idea of Singapore]( Smallness Unconstrained By: Tai Yong Tan (Yale-NUS College, Singapore) In his lecture series, Professor Tan examines how Singapore has evolved over its 700-year history as a regional emporium, colonial port city and city-state. He shows that Singapore's history is influenced by the recurring themes of geography, movements of people, networks and globalisation. An understanding of the twists and turns of this long history, and the ways in which historical circumstances have shaped Singapore's fate and fortunes, can offer important insights and a better appreciation of our strengths and challenges as a city-state. [Download Sample]( Recommended Titles [Seeking a Better Urban Future]( [Download Sample]( [Seeking a Better Urban Future]( By: Koon Hean Cheong Climate change, an ageing population, anti-globalisation sentiments the world over, technological disruption, and social media all pose unique problems and opportunities to cities. Dr Cheong examines how cities deal with their urban challenges to create a better life for their citizens. In particular, what are the considerations needed to plan and develop Singapore in the face of rapid change and uncertainty, given our constraints as a small city-state with an open economy? [Can Singapore Fall?]( [Download Sample]( [Can Singapore Fall?]( Making the Future for Singapore By: Siong Guan Lim (Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore, Singapore) Lim addresses the question, "Can Singapore Fall?", by examining the state of Singapore today and proposing what Singapore and Singaporeans must do in order to prevent economic and social decline. Taking inspiration from Sir John Glubb's essay, The Fate of Empires and Search for Survival, Lim urges Singaporeans to counter decline by observing the "three legs of honour": Trust, Diversity, and Excellence. These include becoming a gracious society and building up a culture of innovation, excellence and outwardness. [The Challenges of Governance in a Complex World]( [Download Sample]( [The Challenges of Governance in a Complex World]( By: Peter Ho Ho surveys the increasingly complex world, and suggests what governments can do to prepare for the future — even as no one can predict it. He uses metaphors such as the "black elephant" and concepts like the "dialectic of governance" to explain how a systematic approach to thinking about the future can help countries in general — and Singapore in particular — build resilience and develop a comparative advantage in the face of uncertainty and rapid change. [Dealing with an Ambiguous World]( [Download Sample]( [Dealing with an Ambiguous World]( By: Bilahari Kausikan (Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore) Kausikan gives a frank and dispassionate assessment of the international environment in the post-Cold War era and the geopolitical uncertainties that have emerged. In particular, he analyses the nature of US–China relations, the broad underlying factors in the South China Sea disputes and ASEAN's attempts to maintain order, and the role that human rights and democracy have played in international relations. He concludes by suggesting what Singapore needs to do to cope with the complexities that lie ahead, in this age without definition. [World Scientific Publishing Co.]( World Scientific Publishing Co Ltd 5 Toh Tuck Link Singapore 596224 Singapore [sales@wspc.com.sg](mailto:sales@wspc.com.sg?subject=Sales%20Enquiry) [About Us]( [For Authors]( [For Booksellers]( [For Librarians]( [Copyright & Permissions]( [Translation Rights]( [Contact Us]( [FAQ]( [Twitter]( [Facebook]( [Youtube]( [Instagram]( [Linkedin]( [Website]( Terms & Conditions An ordering guide can be found here. Prices are subject to change without prior notice. This promotion is available only to individuals purchasing directly from World Scientific's web site. It is not available to libraries and booksellers. Not available in India and SAARC countries. Promotion is valid while stocks last. Delivery may be delayed up to 2 months due to high demand. S$ price is valid for Singapore markets only. If you have any questions or require more information, please email us at [sales@wspc.com.sg](mailto:sales@wspc.com.sg?subject=Sale%20Enquiry) This email was sent to {EMAIL}.Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe]( from this list. Copyright © 2020 World Scientific Publishing Co Ltd, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you have signed up to receive newsletters from World Scientific Publishing Co.