21st century Quote by Kishore Mahbubani
“The 21st century will be the Asian century. This also means that Asians will be expected to provide greater leadership to solve global challenges, including environmental challenges. Hence, this multi-disciplinary programme from NUS could not be more timely. It meets a pressing need to educate, train and empower leading players in the public, private and civil society sectors in Singapore, Asia and the world.”
About This Quote
Asia will dominate the 21st century, requiring its leaders to address global, especially environmental, challenges; education and empowerment are essential.
In simple terms: Asia's rise demands leadership on world issues, with education key.
Key Takeaway
Invest in Asian leadership and interdisciplinary training for global problems.
Themes
leadership
global challenges
education
Asia
Mood
optimistic
urgent
Type
strategic
motivational
When to use this quote
- government
- NGOs
- corporate sector
- academic programs
Key Concepts
political science
environmental policy
international relations
Questions to Reflect On
- What skills are needed for Asian leaders?
- How can education bridge global challenges?
A Different Perspective
Leadership may be uneven across regions, causing gaps.
