Human-trafficking crisis: captive Hongkonger tells how trip to Thailand turned into 3-month nightmare under forced labour

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Anecdotal evidence shows many scam sufferers were lured in order to Thailand with the guarantee of a well-paid job they saw advertised online. Lawyers and NGO staff have paid close attention since the crisis – possibly the worst in order to affect the safety associated with Hongkongers overseas for the decade – started to unfold. Read full story Continue Reading

Singapore Buddhist Federation relieved that institution of marriage will be fortified along with proposed 377A repeal

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“Robust trades and the ensuing bitterness between the two camps on this divisive concern in recent years will only result in a polarised plus divided society, inch said the SBF. Rather, opening up “middle-ground dialogue” will facilitate shared understanding of different and common perspectives, and soothe any pressure, it added.Continue Reading