#543 ft. Bilahari Kausikan - Is World War 3 Imminent? & W...

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Former Singapore diplomat Bilahari Kausikan stops by the YLB studio to share his candid views about the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, and to discuss how the struggle between the global superpowers will ultimately affect us in Southeast Asia. Also, he answers the big question on everyone’s minds: are we headed towards World War 3? What will a second Trump term mean for the rest of the world? While all this sounds really grim, he also tells us why he believes he’s bringing a message of hope. Our New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRSTCheck out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! 30 episodes that will take you into 2025, plus Ep 1 also features 987 DJ Joakim Gomez!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on Apple(00:00) Intro(00:57) What Exactly Is Diplomacy?(02:44) Bilahari's Accidental Start In Diplomacy(09:52) Pragmatism vs. Emotion(16:25) People's Responses to Israel-Hamas(21:43) Why Calling US-China a Cold War Is Dangerous(25:43) Singapore Is Not In The Middle(31:04) Fundamental Purpose of Diplomacy(33:20) Why the ICJ's Rafah Ruling Will Not Matter In The End(44:37) Can SG Even Do Anything With Regards to Israel-Hamas(51:05) Why We Have to Believe In Diplomatic Solutions(53:39) Is World War III a Possibility?(01:00:43) Lesser Known Challenges SG Is Facing Today(01:10:30) One Shiok ThingFolkloryIf you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comOne Shiok ThingLee Kuan Yew’s 3 key decisions that made Singapore rich – Tony BlairOut of Darkness - TrailerBritish Library Crime ClassicsFind Bilahari!FacebookLinkedInMiddle East Institute NUSMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Former Singapore diplomat Bilahari Kausikan stops by the YLB studio to share his candid views about the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, and to discuss how the struggle between the global superpowers will ultimately affect us in Southeast...

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