BritCham Singapore

British Chamber of Commerce SG
BritCham Singapore

The official podcast from the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore. Featuring interviews with key business, sport and lifestyle leaders in Singapore and the UK, topical conversations and in-depth content. Don't forget to subscribe, share and leave us a review. Find out more at the official website https://www.britcham.org.sg/podcasts or subscribe to the weekly eNewsletter at https://britcham.org.sg/newsletter. We love hearing from our listeners! You can contact us at social@britcham.org.sg.

  1. Contemporary British Composer Jonathan Dove CBE, & Paul Hughes, former Director BBC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus: Composing A Bridge Across The Sea, Making Music Accessible to All

    23 DE JAN.

    Contemporary British Composer Jonathan Dove CBE, & Paul Hughes, former Director BBC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus: Composing A Bridge Across The Sea, Making Music Accessible to All

    How does one of the most prolific UK composers of our time compose? How can musicians make classical music accessible? We put contemporary British Composer Jonathan Dove CBE and Paul Hughes, former Director of the BBC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus in the hot seat. Speaking to Tanglin Trust School’s Head of Co-curricular Michael Holiday, Jonathan and Paul share their journey in developing the world premiere of A Bridge Across the Sea – a Cantata performance based on the Ramayana, commissioned by Tanglin Trust School for its centenary celebration. Contemporary British Composer Jonathan Dove CBE is one of the most performed living opera composers. He has written more than 30 operas including Flight (1998) which has seen more than 30 productions, Mansfield Park (2011) and Marx in London (2018). Paul Hughes is a former Director at the BBC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus and the BBC Singers for more than 20 years. He currently mentors the next generation of young conductors at the Lead! Foundation. This episode was produced in partnership with member company Tanglin Trust School. You can get tickets to the World Premiere of A Bridge Across the Sea, a specially-commissioned Cantata for soloists, Children's Chorus, Adult Chorus and Orchestra by Jonathan Dove CBE here: https://sg.bookmyshow.com/en/e/TTSMUSIC

    26min
  2. Ep. 180: The Diplomatic Journey - In Conversation with Nik Mehta OBE, British High Commissioner to Singapore

    27/12/2024

    Ep. 180: The Diplomatic Journey - In Conversation with Nik Mehta OBE, British High Commissioner to Singapore

    In this special episode, British High Commissioner to Singapore H.E. Nik Mehta OBE unpacks his first 100 days on the job, the future of the Singapore-UK relationship, and more about himself and his family. Speaking to David Kelly, the Executive Director of the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore with a live studio audience, Nik recounts his journey to becoming High Commissioner, his experience settling in Singapore, and his biggest impressions and learnings from his first 100 days. Nik also tells us how his communications plan was developed with his team at the High Commission, and the future of the growing relationship between Singapore and the UK. Diversity and inclusion is an area that Nik supports strongly. He talks about his own background and experience in supporting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The episode closes with a Q&A session with our live audience at the studio. The Chamber would like to thank Poddster Singapore for their support in producing this episode. Tune in to the full episode to get to know our new British High Commissioner and his priorities for his term. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and please take a moment to give us a 5* rating if you enjoyed the show. Note: The UK acceded to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) on 15 December 2024. This episode was filmed on 5 December 2024.

    56min
  3. Ep. 179: Innovating Aid: Technology, Finance & Refugee Empowerment

    11/12/2024

    Ep. 179: Innovating Aid: Technology, Finance & Refugee Empowerment

    Can we change how we support refugees to make an even bigger social impact? We speak with member company UNHCR – the UN Refugee Agency to understand how they have been using technology and innovation to make a bigger impact in international aid. Carmen Hett, UNHCR’s Corporate Treasurer, shares how UNHCR has been using blockchain and biometrics technology to disburse financial aid, giving refugees flexibility on what essentials they purchase and where they purchase them. Besides empowering the economic inclusion of refugees, the rich data from aid disbursement better informs UNHCR of the needs of the refugee community, and safe spots to disburse aid. David Sharatt, Co-Chair of BritChamSG’s Financial and Fintech Committee and Global Head of Data Product Commercialisation at Standard Chartered is our moderator for the conversation. In this episode, David discusses how financial services can better support the international community through initiatives such as digitally enabled embedded finance rails. Together, Carmen and David also explore the challenges behind refugee aid, the myths behind what it means to be a refugee, and how the global and business community can better come to support refugees. Carmen also shares her personal stories from more than 20 years with UNHCR, and what motivates her to make an impact every single day. Tune in to the full episode to find out how finance technology and businesses are transforming refugee aid, and how you too can make a difference. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and please take a moment to give us a 5* rating if you enjoyed the show.

    33min
  4. Ep 177: Navigating the Changes to Singapore's Cybersecurity Act - Featuring Sheena Jacob & Daisy Radford

    28/08/2024

    Ep 177: Navigating the Changes to Singapore's Cybersecurity Act - Featuring Sheena Jacob & Daisy Radford

    In this podcast episode, Sheena Jacob, Partner at CMS Holborn sits with Daisy Radford, Chair of the Chamber’s Technology Committee, to speak about the nuances around the recent amendments to the 2018 Cybersecurity Act and its impact on businesses. This episode first gives an overview of the key points and objectives of the 2018 Cybersecurity Act. Sheena then explores the significant amendments introduced in response to the rapid digital transformation during the pandemic. The discussion highlights how third-party systems in the supply chain, new regulated entities, and virtual computer systems are now included in the newly expanded law. Our speakers also discuss what these changes mean for businesses, particularly those in the supply chain of Critical Information Infrastructure (CII) providers, and their impact on Singapore's national security. Tune in to the whole episode to stay informed on how your business may be impacted by the new regulatory updates on cybersecurity and how you can stay on top of the current regulatory requirements. If you’re a CII provider, a cybersecurity vendor, or part of the cybersecurity and IT supply chain, this episode is not to be missed. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Sign up for our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website.

    23min
  5. Ep 176: Exploring GenAI's Potential Across Regions - Findings from Wavestone's GenAI Survey – Featuring Romain Gagliardi & Daisy Radford

    07/08/2024

    Ep 176: Exploring GenAI's Potential Across Regions - Findings from Wavestone's GenAI Survey – Featuring Romain Gagliardi & Daisy Radford

    In this podcast episode, Romain Gagliardi, Senior Manager at Wavestone Asia sits with Daisy Radford, Chair of the Chamber’s Technology Committee to talk about the findings of WaveStone's latest global survey on Gen AI and data-related trends. The comprehensive survey covering 600 companies across the globe, reveals important trends businesses need to know before investing in Artificial Intelligence (AI).    This discussion explores differences in AI adoption across industries and regions, with Singapore leading the way in positivity and readiness compared to more cautious markets like the UK.    The episode also addresses the need for a balanced approach to Gen AI – Businesses must consider both opportunities and risks before investing in and implementing AI in their operations.    Listen to the full episode to stay up to the date on the current state and prospects of AI across different regions, and learn practical advice for your business to embark on AI adoption.    Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show.    ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

    22min
  6. Special Episode: Insights and Learnings From My Time as High Commissioner to Singapore ft. Her Excellency Kara Owen CMG CVO, British High Commissioner to Singapore

    17/07/2024

    Special Episode: Insights and Learnings From My Time as High Commissioner to Singapore ft. Her Excellency Kara Owen CMG CVO, British High Commissioner to Singapore

    In this special episode of the BritChamSG podcast, our outgoing patron and British High Commissioner Her Excellency Kara Owen CMG CVO reflects on her term in Singapore with the Chamber’s Executive Director David Kelly. This episode was recorded live on 4 June in the Poddster Singapore studio with a live audience of Chamber members. This exclusive conversation with Her Excellency Kara Owen covers her journey as a career diplomat, moments in Asia and Singapore, cultural exchanges, diplomatic challenges, the Chamber and the business community and beyond. Her Excellency outlines the growth of UK-Singapore trade relations, the UK business community and trade and investment between the UK and Singapore during her tenure. She also shares her challenges and the important lessons she has picked up during her postings in Singapore and Asia. Closer to her heart, Kara tells us about her most memorable moments in Singapore, the support she has received from her team and the community, and personal stories from her early and recent years. The episode concludes with her hopes for the future of UK-Singapore relations, and an intimate Q&A session with Chamber members. Listen to the full episode to hear Her Excellency Kara Owen’s reflections on working with businesses and communities in the UK and Singapore, and her thoughts on businesses and UK-Singapore trade relations going ahead. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Thank you for watching!

    49min
  7. Ep 174: Unpacking the 2024 Indian Elections Results - What to Expect on the Road Ahead

    21/06/2024

    Ep 174: Unpacking the 2024 Indian Elections Results - What to Expect on the Road Ahead

    In this latest episode of the BritChamSG podcast, we hear from Chamber members Control Risks as they unpack the 2024 India Election Results. Join us for a conversation between Control Risks’ Angela Mancini, Partner and Head of Global Risks Analysis APAC and Amit Narayan, Partner and Head of South Asia as they outline what the Indian election results mean for government, businesses and the international community. While Prime Minister Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured the election victory, Amit outlines why the margin of victory has deviated from the predicted landslide outcome. Even though this would be Prime Minister Modi’s first time navigating a coalition government, Amit also emphasises that this is not a radical shift in Indian governance but a slight adjustment. The BJP still has the mandate to fulfil its promises to its people and its governance manifesto. Amit also addresses the concerns around potential shifts from Prime Minister Modi’s pro-business and pro-multilateralism stance. He shares how the Indian government might pivot to finessing the minutiae on policy and regulations rather than broad transformation changes, which may yield more opportunities for businesses. As China moves up the value chain, India may also realign its trade relations and seek to fill the manufacturing opportunities from its neighbour. India may also take a wait-and-see approach to engaging with the West as the UK, US and Europe find their way through the election season. Listen to the full episode to discover the opportunities and challenges arising from the Indian elections, and how your business can rise above India’s new wave of governance and policy. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Thank you for watching!

    25min

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The official podcast from the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore. Featuring interviews with key business, sport and lifestyle leaders in Singapore and the UK, topical conversations and in-depth content. Don't forget to subscribe, share and leave us a review. Find out more at the official website https://www.britcham.org.sg/podcasts or subscribe to the weekly eNewsletter at https://britcham.org.sg/newsletter. We love hearing from our listeners! You can contact us at social@britcham.org.sg.

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