KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 — Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan took to Twitter early this morning condemning Si...
KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 — Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan took to Twitter early this morning condemning Singapore-born stand-up performer Jocelyn Chia over her insensitive and expletive-laden remarks about Malaysia.“We treasure our ties with family and friends in Malaysia, and are sorry for the offence and hurt caused to all Malaysians,” he tweeted in reply to an earlier post from Muar MP Syed Saddiq Abdul Rahman.
Singapore High Commissioner to Malaysia Vanu Gopala Menon also denounced Chia and apologised to all Malaysians in a separate statement, adding that the New York-based performer is no longer a Singaporean.“The Singapore Government does not condone words or actions that cause harm or hurt to others and Chia, who is no longer Singaporean, does not in any way reflect our views.
“Comedy can be a powerful tool for social commentary but it has to be used responsibly. Comedians should strive to create a positive and inclusive comedic environment. I make fun of Singapore all the time, it's part of the friendly banter that allows us to coexist. “I have good faith in my fellow Singaporean friends, and I'm sure all of us deeply cherish our close relations as countries.
“Sudden turn of events. Turned out Jocelyn Chia is no longer Singaporean and is presumed to be American.
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