Tiny Singapore's BATTLE with Western Media | Lee Kuan Yew
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Currently exploring the analysis and enduring insights of Lee Kuan Yew. Though he passed away more than a decade ago, his wisdom on governance, economic stability, and social cohesion is more relevant than ever for understanding the messy modern world. This channel breaks down his core philosophy, tough decisions, and predictive warnings, offering a clear lens to understand the persistent chaos and complex challenges facing leaders and societies worldwide today. Borderless Asia explores cross-border and cross-cultural relations in the rapidly growing region of Asia, sharing stories and diverse perspectives from both the Asian diaspora and within the region itself.
Video Description
Lee Kuan Yew, the architect of Singapore's economic miracle, was a fierce critic of Western journalism. This video briefly delves into his clashes with US-owned publications, encounters with various Western journalists, and his emphasis on truth over fake news & sensationalism. Did Lee Kuan Yew have a valid point? Or were Western media outlets correct in their criticisms of him and Singapore? Timestamps: 0:00 - LKY vs. Western Media 2:24 - Are Asians Stupid? Financial Times 4:21 - LKY vs BBC 8:01 - Is Lee a dictator? 9:05 - Lee vs CNN 10:25 - Lee vs BBC again 11:31 - Lee vs NBC 13:21 - Bonus Clips We just launched a newsletter! For more Lee Kuan Yew quotes and stories from Asia, come join us on Substack: https://borderlessasia.substack.com/p/lee-kuan-yews-global-appeal-10-years
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