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Singapore ministers Ong, Chee, threaten legal action over corruption claims

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Title: Singapore ministers Ong Ye Kung, Chee Hong Tat threaten legal action over corruption claims
 
Source: South China Morning Post (SCMP), May 12, 2025
 
Author: Not specified in the provided text.
 
Article Summary:
 
- Theme: Two Singaporean ministers, Ong Ye Kung and Chee Hong Tat, are threatening legal action against a Facebook user, "Rich Sng" (real name Sng Chia Huat), for allegedly defamatory posts accusing them of corruption.
- Core Points: The Facebook posts claimed the ministers knew about convicted money launderer Su Haijin's illegal activities but condoned them. They also alleged the ministers pretended not to know Su Haijin and that they were involved in or susceptible to corruption. The ministers deny these allegations, stating they don't know Su Haijin personally and had no contact with him before or after dinners where he was also present. The ministers have issued legal letters demanding an apology, retraction of the posts, and payment of damages (to be donated to charity). Failure to comply by May 16th will result in further legal action.
- Phenomenon: This case highlights the legal ramifications of online accusations against public figures in Singapore, and the government's firm stance against defamation and corruption allegations. The incident revolves around photos of the ministers at dinners where Su Haijin was also present, leading to accusations of a connection between the ministers and the convicted money launderer. The ministers maintain the encounters were coincidental.