Indian-origin Singapore ex-minister jailed for 1 year for corruption in 1st such case

Former Singapore minister Iswaran has been jailed for a year for allegedly obstructing justice and receiving over $300,000 worth of gifts. This is the first time an ex-cabinet member has been jailed in Singapore, that is known for its clean governance. The 62-year-old Indian-origin former minister was in office for 13 years and held trade, communications and transport portfolios.