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The legislation applies to those above 21 who are convicted of crimes such as culpable homicide, rape and sex with minors, who are deemed to be at risk of reoffending upon release.
Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations Grace Fu told in parliament that “there is nothing to suggest as of now” that either the F1 contracts or other contracts were structured in a way they would disadvantage the government.
Albertina Kallu, 46, was jailed on Monday for 16 months. She pleaded guilty to one count of accessing computer material with intent to commit criminal breach of trust by an employee.
Legal experts in Singapore welcome a proposed law that could keep serious offenders in prison indefinitely, but some have cited concerns that the legislation could deprive convicts of their rights, calling for clarity on reviews to ensure the law is used properly.
“The Registrar has assessed that Chan’s activities are directed towards a political end in Singapore, and that it is in the public interest for countermeasures under FICA (Foreign Interference Countermeasures Act) to be applied to Chan,” it said in a statement on Friday.
KOBE, Japan -- The Japanese city of Kobe, near Osaka, plans to open a liaison office in Singapore in fiscal 2025 to support homegrown startups in Southeast Asia as well as attract local companies.
Wee is one of Southeast Asia’s most successful businessmen, having helmed UOB Group for more than 60 years before he retired from the board in 2018.
Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, 65, took the throne as Malaysia’s 17th king on Wednesday. A billionaire from wealthy Johor with a penchant for fast cars, helicopters and adventure, his reputation for plain speaking could potentially prove decisive in controlling Malaysia’s bickering politicians.