The Evolution of Singapore’s Contempt Law Singapore’s contempt law, once hailed as a safeguard for justice, has undergone a significant transformation over the years. Initially promised to only target egregious cases, the application of the law has shifted towards a more restrictive approach. Intent has become irrelevant, risk is broadly defined, and individuals engaging in…
Lawyer Luo Ling Ling Defends Public Disclosure of Law Society EGM Lawyer Luo Ling Ling recently justified her decision to publicize the Law Society’s upcoming Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on LinkedIn. She stated that the Council had been inactive for weeks following the submission of a valid requisition by members. In a post made on…
Felda and FGV Confirm Normal Operations Despite Terengganu Extending Remediation Period The Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) and Felda Global Ventures Holdings Berhad (FGV) have announced that their operations will continue as usual despite the state of Terengganu extending the remediation period until January 7. Background on Felda and FGV Felda is a Malaysian government…
Singapore’s Civic Space Rated as ‘Repressed’ in 2025 CIVICUS Monitor Report Singapore’s civic space has been categorized as ‘repressed’ in the 2025 report by CIVICUS Monitor. This classification is based on the continued utilization of restrictive laws, digital censorship, and measures taken against activists, journalists, and peaceful protesters in the Asia-Pacific region. Key Findings from…
Penang JKR Implements Measures to Accelerate Repairs Introduction The Public Works Department (JKR) in Penang has announced plans to expedite repair works across the state. The move comes in response to the increasing need for infrastructure maintenance and improvement. Additional Workers and Night Shifts To address the backlog of repair projects, the Penang JKR will…
Ketua Menteri Hajiji Noor Emphasizes the Need for Restructuring to Support Transformation Ketua Menteri Hajiji Noor, the Chief Minister of Sabah, recently expressed his appreciation for the leadership of his predecessors while also emphasizing the necessity of restructuring to facilitate the ongoing transformation efforts in the state. Recognition of Past Leadership In his statement, Ketua…
Temasek and GIC Face Scrutiny Over Returns and Investment Strategies Singapore’s sovereign wealth funds, Temasek and GIC, have come under scrutiny for their decade-long performance, which falls behind their global peers. Critics have raised concerns about the funds’ exposure to China, high-risk investment decisions, and lapses in due diligence. This has prompted calls for both…
Dr. Mah Hang Soon Comments on DAP’s Electoral Performance In a recent statement, Dr. Mah Hang Soon addressed the electoral performance of the Democratic Action Party (DAP), comparing it to that of the Malaysian Chinese Association (MCA). Dr. Mah, a member of the ruling Perikatan Nasional coalition, described DAP’s recent election results as a “larger…
The High Court Upholds Pritam Singh’s Conviction The High Court recently made a decision to uphold Pritam Singh’s conviction related to his Certificate of Participation (COP) evidence. This ruling has shifted the perception of the case from a political issue to a criminal matter. Analysis of the Court’s Judgement The judgment heavily relies on a…
Government Considers Moratorium on Employment Insurance System Act Amendments The government is contemplating implementing a two-year moratorium before enforcing the amendments to the Employment Insurance System Act, according to a statement by a government minister. The proposed moratorium aims to provide additional time for stakeholders to prepare for the changes and adjust their operations accordingly….