Singapore PM says riots can happen anywhere
25 Dec 2013 12:20 AM GMT
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Tuesday said the 8 December riot in Singapore is a good reminder to people that even in a stable society, such incidents can still happen.
Lee said the first priority was to look into what caused the riot and to ensure something like that does not happen again.
Speaking to reporters, Lee said authorities were also looking at ways to strengthen the police force by beefing up resources and employing technology such as equipping officers with wearable cameras.
Lee also heard from the 38 Home Team/police officers who were the first responders in Little India riot triggered by a fatal traffic accident involving an Indian national. Lee thanked the officers for performing their duty with courage and collectedness.
He also encouraged them not to heed some of the online criticism about their actions. The government appointed committee is investigating the riot related issues.
Lee said the first priority was to look into what caused the riot and to ensure something like that does not happen again.
Speaking to reporters, Lee said authorities were also looking at ways to strengthen the police force by beefing up resources and employing technology such as equipping officers with wearable cameras.
Lee also heard from the 38 Home Team/police officers who were the first responders in Little India riot triggered by a fatal traffic accident involving an Indian national. Lee thanked the officers for performing their duty with courage and collectedness.
He also encouraged them not to heed some of the online criticism about their actions. The government appointed committee is investigating the riot related issues.
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