"Mr. Iswaran pleaded guilty to accepting gifts valued at 403,000 Singapore dollars, marking the first conviction of a former cabinet member in Singapore in nearly 50 years."
"The case was a stark reminder for the ruling People's Action Party, which has long emphasized integrity as it faces scrutiny following a series of scandals within its ranks."
"Judge Vincent Hoong noted during sentencing that the position of a public servant demands a higher standard of integrity, thereby justifying the sentence of one year in prison."
"Iswaran’s case concluded swiftly and was seen as critical to the ruling party’s image ahead of upcoming elections, amidst growing public scrutiny of its leaders."
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