Analyst
Vanessa Kang

Vanessa is an experienced analyst in public policy and journalism. Her work focuses on geopolitics, regulatory developments and business intelligence, with the objective of helping BGA clients identify and seize opportunities in Singapore and Southeast Asia more broadly.
Vanessa previously served at Singapore’s Ministry of Defense in the Defense Policy Office’s Europe desk. In that role, she advised political leaders and top government officials on how to position Singapore in response to international developments. Later, Vanessa was a news producer at Singapore’s national broadcaster, Channel News Asia. She played a key role in shaping coverage on local and global politics. Some notable events she covered include the Singapore budget, the 2023 Singapore presidential election and the 2024 Taiwan elections.
Vanessa holds a degree in political science and public policy from the Singapore Management University.

Insights & News


Japan Enters New Era of Policy Execution as PM Sanae Takaichi and Her Cabinet Take Office
The BGA Japan team, led by Managing Director Kiyoaki Aburaki, wrote an update to clients …

Australia-US Alliance Energized by Critical Minerals and Rare Earths Agreement
The BGA Australia team, led by Managing Director Michael “Mick” McNeill, wrote an update to …

Taiwan Boosts 2026 Technology Budget To Capture AI Opportunities
The BGA Taiwan team, led by Senior Adviser Rupert Hammond-Chambers, wrote an update on Taiwan’s …