Repression and Allegations: Lee Hsien Yang's Asylum Drama

Lee Hsien Yang, son of former Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, has fled to the UK, alleging government persecution. The Singaporean authorities have denied these claims, viewing them as a personal vendetta. Lee criticizes growing repression and corruption but acknowledges his father's influential yet controversial legacy.

Lee Hsien Yang, son of the late Singaporean leader Lee Kuan Yew, has fled to the UK, claiming asylum and alleging governmental persecution. In an interview with The Associated Press, Lee criticized Singaporean authorities for exploiting laws to silence critics, depicting a chilling picture of repression in his homeland.

The Singapore government has strongly denied these allegations, asserting that Lee has turned personal disputes into an international campaign against his homeland. The administration insists that Lee's claims are unprincipled, citing legal actions against him as justified and denying any intent of preventing his son from political ascension.

Lee further accused Singaporean banks of involvement in international corruption scandals. Despite acknowledgment of the lack of political freedom during his father's leadership, Lee argues that the current regime has deteriorated, fostering a repressive landscape. He intends to continue speaking on Singaporean politics from abroad.

(With inputs from agencies.)