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Contempt of court law passed after seven-hour debate

Shanmugam fends off criticisms that it was a piece of rushed legislation and curbs freedom of speech

Published Mon, Aug 15, 2016 · 09:50 PM

Singapore

SINGAPORE lawmakers on Monday night passed the Administration of Justice (Protection) Bill, after seven hours of heated debate.

Law Minister K Shanmugam single-handedly took up two-and-a-half hours of that time, using two lengthy speeches to debunk criticism that the Bill was rushed into Parliament, curbs freedom of expression, and places the government above the judiciary.

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Contempt of court law passed after seven-hour debate

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Laid-back vibe, stunning beaches, rich cuisine and low cost of living lure more expat retirees to Malaysia

Vietnam tycoon appeals against US$27 billion fraud death sentence

US announces new restrictions on firearm exports

Central banks will probably only cut half as much as they hiked

US consumer sentiment falls as inflation expectations climb

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