MAS-ESS Essay Competition 2024

The Impact of Global Industrial Policies on Singapore's Economy

Executive Summary: As major economies pivot toward aggressive subsidies (e.g., the US CHIPS Act and EU Green Deal Industrial Plan), small open economies like Singapore face unique structural challenges requiring strategic supply-chain niche positioning.

1. Context & Global Landscape

Global trade is increasingly characterized by geoeconomic fragmentation and active state intervention. This paper examines how Singapore can maintain competitiveness amid shifting global manufacturing dynamics.

2. Key Findings & Policy Analysis

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