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…
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…
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…
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…
The Proposed Voluntary Early Redevelopment Scheme and Concerns About Democratic Process The Voluntary Early Redevelopment Scheme (VERS) has been introduced as a measure to address the long-term viability of aging public flats in Singapore. The scheme aims to offer residents the option to vote for early redevelopment of their flats, providing them with upgraded housing…
Health Minister Ong Ye Kung Addresses Public Hospital Costs Health Minister Ong Ye Kung recently spoke to foreign media about the financial aspects of healthcare in Singapore. He stated that “nine in 10 Singaporeans pay nothing” when receiving treatment at public hospitals. This assertion comes in light of a 2025 survey that revealed concerning trends…
Singapore Sees Record-High Share of Permanent Jobs Amid Concerns Singapore has recently experienced a significant increase in the proportion of permanent jobs within its workforce. While this development may initially appear positive, underlying issues such as declining workforce participation rates and ambiguous employment figures have raised concerns about the country’s long-term labor resilience. Positive Trend…
Jay Ish’haq Rajoo Discusses Ongoing Investigations After POFMA Correction Jay Ish’haq Rajoo has recently addressed the public regarding the ongoing investigations that have ensued following a POFMA correction direction issued in September 2025. The investigations stem from his questioning of remarks made by Chee Hong Tat concerning the nurturing of Chinese community leaders, which included…
Ministry of Home Affairs’ Response to Zulfikar Mohamad Shariff’s Posts The Ministry of Home Affairs recently addressed posts made by Zulfikar Mohamad Shariff, sparking discussions about the government’s approach to regulating discourse. The Ministry’s actions have raised questions about the balance between freedom of speech and maintaining social harmony. Zulfikar Mohamad Shariff’s Posts and the…