The PERE Network Asia Summit 2025, held in Singapore, addressed the paralysis in private real estate investment due to geopolitical shifts and economic volatility. CapitaLand’s CEO, Chee Koon Lee, highlighted the “investment stalemate,” echoed by Aware Super’s Anjana Moran. A poll showed 55% of attendees believe geopolitical tensions will define the private real estate market’s future. Kian Sin Toh of AIA stressed the need for selective investments, particularly in China, and a willingness to face uncertainty. The data center sector remains promising, with CLI favoring cloud centers. GIC Real Estate’s Goh Chin Kiong noted potential in the office sector, emphasizing the importance of location and granularity in investment decisions.