Singapore’s prime minister has defended its reputation for clean governance after a corruption investigation and an “inappropriate” parliamentary relationship tarnished the city-state’s image just as it prepares for a leadership transition.
Lee Hsien Loong addressed Singapore’s episodes of rare political drama in parliament on Wednesday after they made international headlines.
In the most serious case, transport minister S Iswaran was arrested last month as part of a high-profile corruption investigation that also ensnared billionaire Ong Beng Seng. Both men, who were important figures in Singapore’s successful pitch to be part of the Formula One circuit, have been released on bail.
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