Arrest of 2 peaceful protesters raises questions on freedom of assembly in Singapore

Protestor holds a placard outside the Istana. The placard reads: “INJUSTICE”. Pic: TRS

By Carlton Tan Apr 05, 2015

SINGAPORE—Police arrested two men, aged between 24 and 25, on Saturday afternoon (Apr 4) as they held up placards outside the Istana in a peaceful protest against the Government. They were apparently protesting the Government’s repression of free speech. The placards read: “Injustice” and “You Can’t Silence the People” (see picture above and below).

Arrest of 2 Peaceful Protesters Raises Questions on Freedom of Assembly in Singapore by Thavam Ratna