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Dr. Wen-Qing Ngoei is an Associate Professor of History and Associate Dean (Partnerships & Engagement) at the College of Integrative Studies, Singapore Management University (SMU). He specializes in U.S.-Southeast Asia relations, Cold War history, and decolonization studies. His research examines intersections of diplomacy, culture, and policy in Singapore's foreign relations from the Cold War era to the present.
Education:
- PhD in History, Northwestern University, USA (2015)
- MA in History, Northwestern University, USA (2010)
- PgD, National Institute of Education, Singapore (2002)
- BA, National University of Singapore (2000)
Research Interests: Dr. Ngoei's work focuses on global Cold War dynamics, British/U.S. neocolonialism, and the cultural dimensions of foreign policy. His book Arc of Containment explores how anticommunist alliances shifted Southeast Asia from colonialism to U.S. hegemony. Current projects analyze Singapore's superpower relations through film, art, and high policy.
Articles Trends: Recent publications emphasize cultural Cold War narratives, transnational art movements, and the legacy of anti-communist doctrines. He critically examines how cinematic portrayals, art exhibitions, and diplomatic rhetoric shape regional power dynamics.
Advising & Grants: No formal advisees listed, but actively engages in curricular development such as the course Big Questions: Making Peace in, and with, a World at War. Collaborates across disciplines within SMU's College of Integrative Studies and School of Social Sciences.
Labs/Teams: Part of SMU's interdisciplinary research networks focusing on Asia-Pacific geopolitics and cultural heritage studies. Engages with global academic communities via Google Scholar and LinkedIn platforms.
