Opposition leader Pritam Singh in Singapore faces trial on October 14 for allegedly lying to a parliamentary committee concerning false claims of sexual assault.

Pritam Singh, the Leader of the Opposition in Singapore, will face trial on October 14 for allegedly lying to the Committee of Privileges during an investigation into former MP Raeesah Khan’s false claims about a sexual assault incident. Singh faces two charges under the Parliament (Privileges, Immunities and Powers) Act. If convicted, he could face a fine of up to $7,000 or a prison term of up to three years, marking a historic prosecution under this law.

October 13, 2024
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