Singapore denies entry to exiled HK pro-democracy activist

Singapore has denied entry to Nathan Law, a prominent Hong Kong pro-democracy activist who is currently living in exile. The Singapore authorities stated that Law's presence in the country "would not be in national interests." Law, a former Hong Kong legislator, has been living in exile since 2020 after he fled the city following the implementation of the national security law. He has been a vocal critic of the Chinese government's crackdown on pro-democracy movements in Hong Kong. The decision to deny Law entry into Singapore comes as the city-state has been navigating its relationship with China, its largest trading partner. Singapore has sought to maintain a delicate balance between its economic ties with China and its commitment to democratic values. The denial of entry to Law highlights the ongoing tensions between pro-democracy activists and governments in the region, as they grapple with the implications of China's growing influence and its impact on civil liberties.