Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Singapore to deport 52 Indians after Little India riot...

Singapore plans to deport 53 people and issue warnings to about 200 more for their involvement in the city-state's worst riot in more than 40 years this month, which shocked a nation that prides itself on its safety and orderliness.

The riots sparked intense discussion over Singapore's policy on foreign labour, which now makes up a fifth of a population of nearly 5.4 million. Many citizens are increasingly irked by the growing numbers of foreign workers.

The 53 people, all Indian but for one Bangladeshi, are in prison and will be barred from returning to Singapore after being sent home soon, the police said in statements on Tuesday.

 Charges against seven people would be dropped, taking to 28 the total number of foreign workers charged with rioting. These 28, all Indians, could face up to 7 years in prison and caning. Full story...

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