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When progress displaces

For a long time, universities have been upheld for serving the public interest. But what if they collude with extractive forces, or become one, in the name of progress?

This is a central question at Sam Yan Film and Ideas Festival (SYFIF). Organised by Sam Yan Press, SYFIF 2026 brings together scholars, advocates, artists and members of the public to explore the power struggle in urban development, democracy and technology.

Running throughout this month, the first edition features a wide range of activities from lectures to film screenings.

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