The Global Asia Institute (GAI) aims to advance the research profile of NUS in the following distinct ways.
Taking a multi-disciplinary approach and understanding to one or more overarching issues central to Asia's future by combining depth of study with a rigorous examination of the complex interconnections and interactions between these issues.
Addressing research questions comprehensively by considering both similarities and differences across regions of Asia with a particular emphasis on China and India.
Producing outputs that go beyond policy questions and also address technological issues.
Catalyzing the application of advanced information technology, such as sophisticated data mining and map-based techniques, to support the data analyses.