32 arrested in Singapore for illegal employment-related offenses, linked to a syndicate operating fake entertainment outlets exploiting foreign performers.

On September 23, 32 individuals were arrested in Singapore for illegal employment-related offenses, including a 33-year-old man linked to a syndicate operating 28 shell public entertainment outlets. These outlets allegedly employed foreign performers under false pretenses. The arrests highlight a trend of abuse in the Work Permit (Performing Artiste) scheme, prompting the Ministry of Manpower to consider a review. Violators face significant penalties.