5 people identified and interviewed over comments on Nepal floods, SIA's Air India investment: Police
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Singapore police have identified and interviewed five individuals regarding online comments that involved racist and xenophobic remarks. The investigation follows statements made about the Nepal-Tibet disaster and discussions surrounding Singapore Airlines' investment in Air India.
Senior Minister K Shanmugam addressed the online activity, previously describing the commentary as "shameful." Authorities subsequently launched an inquiry into the posts, culminating in the identification and questioning of the five people involved.
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South China Morning Post (HK)Highlights the specific nature of racist comments and regional context.
Channel NewsAsia (SG)Focuses on official police response and Senior Minister K Shanmugam's statements.