S1E3: The cost of conflict: Asia’s energy risk

The fog of war is settling over global boardrooms. Iran's crisis tightens the Straits of Hormuz, spiking oil prices and threatening stagflation across Asia. Join Simon Tay, Chairman of the Singapore Institute of International Affairs, and Moody's Sim Hui Ting to navigate the immediate volatility, the pressure on government subsidies, and the chance for Asia to forge genuine energy resilience through diversification. What does this mean for your business? Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast Channel presents diverse perspectives, in-depth analysis and news covering career, business, markets, investing, current affairs and tech. Highlights: 02:07 Stagflation risks 05:26 Asia's dangerous dependence on the Straits of Hormuz 09:32 Fuel subsidies: How long can governments hold the line? 13:26 The conflict's impact on energy transition 16:24 Will dirty fuels make a comeback? -- 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 Sim Hui Ting, vice president and senior analyst, Moody's Ratings 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.