(LinkAsia: September 23, 2011) Last week the Prime Minister of Malaysia announced his decision to repeal the Internal Security Act, or ISA, which authorizes the government to clamp down on the media and detain suspects for up to two years without charge. Neighboring Singapore's leaders insist that its own version of the ISA remains a "relevant" counter-terrorism measure and have no intention of repealing the law. Contributor Laura Miller reports on calls from Singapore NGOs and netizens who say it is time for the government to abolish the ISA.
Malaysia Repeals Old Law, Singapore Balks
(LinkAsia: September 23, 2011) Last week the Prime Minister of Malaysia announced his decision to repeal the Internal Security Act, or ISA, which authorizes the government to clamp down on the media and detain suspects for up to two years without charge. Neighboring Singapore's leaders insist that its own version of the ISA remains a "relevant" counter-terrorism measure and have no intention of repealing the law. Contributor Laura Miller reports on calls from Singapore NGOs and netizens who say it is time for the government to abolish the ISA.
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