Will the US Remain Number 1? | Lee Kuan Yew (ft. Singapore-US Relations)

In this video, we'll explore the late Lee Kuan Yew's comprehensive views on America's status as the pre-eminent global superpower, in contrast to China. Most thoughts are from his final published book, One Man's View of the World (2013).

We'll first delve into his perspectives on the U.S.-Singapore relationship, its foreign policy missteps, and the advantages & disadvantages of American culture. Additionally, we'll examine Lee's assessment of U.S. economics and military, focusing on critical issues such as the South China Sea, Taiwan, free trade, the US Dollar's status as the world's reserve currency and entrepreneurship.

Singapore-US Relations
0:00 - Intro
1:08 - LKY's 1st experience with America (ft. the CIA)
4:05 - Attracting American companies to Singapore
5:56 - The ups & downs (ft. caning an American)

Benefits of the American System (ft. China)
10:40 - US Attracts the BEST Global Talent
12:27 - American Entrepreneurship vs SOEs

Downsides of the American System (ft. China)
16:43 - Inequality in the US
17:52 - Individualism & erosion of family
21:03 - Racism against Asians
21:54 - America needs to solve its debt problem
24:27 - Other issues...

US vs China
25:20 - US should avoid protectionism
26:50 - US should stop bullying China & be friends
29:35 - South China Sea, Taiwan & SE Asia ft. US Military
31:30 - Final Words

[MrMuscleUp]

I love your videos on Mr. Lee. Because of you, I've read his book One Man's View of the World, and now I'm reading another. His words are so thoughtful, and powerful. A truly special human.

[mocky]

Lee does not need a script for his speeches. His mind thinks fast and very very good orator and choose his words wisely. A great visionary leader

[bijoydas]

I visited Singapore a number of times and I found the country to be the best combination of East and West.
Hats off to Lee Kuan Yew to raise the country from the ashes to the pinnacle. An exceptionally honest and sincere leader which is almost non-existent today.

[Steph-odkc]

Lee Kuan Yee is arguably the greatest leader of the 20th century and will be missed. As an American, these insights are all spot on and terrifying to witness.

[lakegyi]

This guy builded a rich country from ashes. A truly genius.

[vincentdu]

Mr. Lee is my father hero! And I have learnt to respect him. Singapore is blessed with Mr. Lee as their leader!!!

[kennethkwan]

My upmost respect to his wisdom and insights on so many things. He was brave and straight as an arrow - love from Malaysia

[chongjcj]

Such a leader and statesman what a loss to Singapore and the world. Sending respect and admiration from Malaysia. May such a leader rise up again for all our sakes.

[foxbat]

"Hate him ...or love him. " He's definitely the man we Singaporeans can be proud of 🫡

[myeongwol]

Like him or hate him, you can't deny he is truly a great leader

[Bejustall]

High respect to this great leader Lee kuan Yew!

[kamaljeetsingh]

Omg 😭 This guy was a true visionary!! Being an Indian I can relate each and everything he’s saying on Chinese perspective!! India needs to learn from his views and act accordingly to build a better future!! As Lee says we have lasted for thousands years and will continue to do so, all it needs is “Entrepreneurial mindset” and will to survive

[kingnameless]

What he has said in the past really comes true these years, big respect to Mr.Lee.

[dannychu]

LKY definitely is one of d few smartest politicians in human history

[keviny]

Man, Lee Kuan Yew was such an intelligent man. 👏👏👏

[Taotaoba]

What a wise man! He knows. As a Chinese, I know he knows Chinese.

[StMonts]

My biggest respect to Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew!

[mingyuhuang]

Whenever I feel lost and down I read LKYs wisdom and his books inspire me incredibly well

[goodguy]

How beautiful and coherent his talking is. How correctly he picks words and combines them with correct voice tone, look etc. That story of a CIA agent. I listened without taking a breath.

[tititata]

This man is incredibly wise and farsighted. A great blessing to Singapore