Kishore Mahbubani
Kishore Mahbubani is a prominent Singaporean academic and diplomat, known for his influential writings on global affairs, particularly regarding Asia's role in the world. He served as Singapore's ambassador to the United Nations and held the position of Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Mahbubani is the author of several impactful books, including 'Can Asians Think?' and 'Has China Won?', where he explores the dynamics of Asian and Western relations. His work emphasizes the importance of meritocracy, pragmatism, and honesty in governance, reflecting the principles that have guided Singapore's development. His insights have garnered international attention, making him a key figure in discussions about Asia's future.
Born on Oct 24, 1948 (76 years old)
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Italy:
Kishore Mahbubani argues that the UN should celebrate its existence rather than accept its current state.
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Tunisia:
Kishore Mahbubani warned against the illusions of rapid economic takeoff for Africa.
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Jamaica:
Kishore Mahbubani, who served twice as Singapore’s UN ambassador, credited the United Nations with thus far preventing World War III.
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Tanzania:
Dr Kishore Mahbubani offered lessons from Asia’s rise and stressed the need for regional unity in Africa.
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Liberia:
Dr. Kishore Mahbubani is a Distinguished Fellow at the Asia Research Institute, National University of Singapore.
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Tanzania:
Renowned global economists and policy thinkers—such as Dr Kishore Mahbubani (National University of Singapore)—will also headline the summit.
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Vietnam:
Kishore Mahbubani is a former Singaporean diplomat who has praised Vietnam's diplomatic balancing act.
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Switzerland:
Kishore Mahbubani discusses the geopolitical challenges facing the West in relation to China.
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Ireland:
Kishore Mahbubani argues that the current century will be the Asian century and discusses the need for Europe to adapt to a multipolar world.
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Ireland:
The Singapore diplomatic theorist Kishore Mahbubani says the EU is mistakenly sacrificing its own strategic interests.
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