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EPISODE · Feb 5, 2026 · 20 MIN

S1E1: The new geography of growth: Trading beyond the giants

from The Business Times Podcasts · host The Business Times

In a 'minus-two' world of US-China dominance, how does your business find opportunity? Simon Tay, chairman of the Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA) and ANZ's Khoon Goh unpack diversification strategies, the promise of 'middle powers' like India and Australia, and the untapped potential of ASEAN integration. Discover why redefining resilience is key to navigating our fragmenting global economy.  Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast Channel presents diverse perspectives, in-depth analysis and news covering career, business, markets, investing, current affairs and tech. Highlights: 02:34 Identifying key 'middle powers' 05:31 More Budget help for internationalisation 09:02 Potential for deeper economic integration within ASEAN 11:47 Political commitment key to potential success 15:36 Redefining resilience -- Now, we want to hear from you! Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to [email protected]. We’ll look into it for future episodes. --- Written and hosted by: Simon Tay  With Khoon Goh, head of Asia research, ANZ Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Podcasts: Channel: bt.sg/pcOM Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/pcAP Spotify: bt.sg/pcSP YouTube Music: bt.sg/giK9 Website: bt.sg/btpod Feedback to: [email protected] Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.  --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Correspondents at: bt.sg/btcobt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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