Low Thia Khiang

2024 - 10 - 24

The Truth Behind the WP Trial: Low Thia Khiang’s Buzzing Courtroom Revelation!

Court Trial - Low Thia Khiang - Political Accountability - Pritam Singh - Raeesah Khan - Singapore Politics - Workers' Party

Low Thia Khiang spills the tea on WP’s secrets in his court appearance! Is the truth finally coming out?

In a dramatic twist at the ongoing trial of Pritam Singh, former Workers' Party (WP) chief Low Thia Khiang took the stand, revealing startling new details that have sent shockwaves through Singapore’s political landscape. Appearing in court on October 23, 2024, he disclosed that he only learned in August 2023 that many WP leaders had known for some time about former MP Raeesah Khan's deception in parliament. This unexpected revelation raises questions about transparency and accountability within the party, and why it took them so long to act on it.

Low’s courtroom appearance lasted just 35 minutes, during which he answered about 20 minutes of questions from the prosecution and a single query from the defense. The brevity of his testimony adds another layer of intrigue as it sparks speculation on whether this was a calculated strategy or merely a lack of evidence to provide further insights. During his time on the stand, he expressed his bewilderment about the delay in publicly addressing Khan's false statements. It's clear that under his leadership, the party's handling of internal issues will be under intense scrutiny.

The trial, which centers on Pritam Singh, marks a significant chapter in the history of the Workers' Party, as the discussions around accountability and leadership ethics take center stage. With Low Thia Khiang stirring the pot, political observers and supporters alike are keenly watching how this unfolds. The WP's challenges reveal cracks in what was once seen as an impregnable front against the ruling party, and how they will manage this perceived fallout remains to be seen.

Amidst the serious tone of the courtroom drama, let's not forget about some fascinating contexts! Did you know that Singapore's political structure is among the most unique in the world, characterized by its multi-party system that has seen the WP as the first opposition to hold significant seats since independence? Also, while the politicians are embroiled in debates, let’s mention that the infamous Raeesah Khan incident sparked a national conversation on ethical governance—a topic as spicy as the chili crab on a Singaporean dinner table!

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Low Thia Khiang found out WP leaders had prior knowledge of ... (The Straits Times)

SINGAPORE – Former Workers' Party (WP) chief Low Thia Khiang revealed in court that it was in August 2023 when he found out WP's leaders had known about Ms ...

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As it happened: Low Thia Khiang takes the stand in Pritam Singh trial (CNA)

The former Workers' Party chief spent just 20 minutes answering questions from the prosecution, followed by a single query from the defence.

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Singapore's Pritam Singh trial: WP stalwart Low Thia Khiang reveals ... (South China Morning Post)

Low says he only learned in 2023 that Workers' Party leaders had known since August 2021 about former MP Raeesah Khan's lie in parliament.

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Low Thia Khiang believed Raeesah Khan had to apologise in ... (Yahoo Singapore News)

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Low Thia Khiang wondered why WP 'took so long' to reveal lie, adds ... (AsiaOne)

Former Workers' Party (WP) secretary-general Low Thia Khiang took the stand in his much-anticipated court appearance today (Oct 23), spending less than an ...

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Low Thia Khiang expects Raeesah Khan's lie in parliament to be ... (The Online Citizen SG)

On 23 October 2024, Low Thia Khiang, former leader of the Workers' Party (WP), testified in the trial of his successor, Pritam Singh.

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Low Thia Khiang testifies for total of 35 minutes at Pritam's trial ... (Mothership.sg)

Following his examination by the prosecution, he was asked only one question by the defence, and then released from the witness stand. Low: Lim appeared " ...

Judge disallows disclosure of ex-WP cadre's unredacted messages ... (Singapore Law Watch)

An application by Workers' Party (WP) chief Pritam Singh's lawyer to get a full set of message logs by prosecution witness Yudhishthra Nathan was...

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'If she tells a lie, I think she should apologise': Low Thia Khiang on ... (CNA)

Veteran opposition politician Low Thia Khiang took the stand briefly as the prosecution's fourth witness in the trial of his successor, Pritam Singh.

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