Property Mogul's Guilty Plea in Landmark Singapore Corruption Case

Ong Beng Seng, a prominent property tycoon, pleaded guilty to obstructing justice in a significant corruption case in Singapore. He received judicial mercy due to a chronic illness. His case is linked to the sentencing of former transport minister S. Iswaran, marking the first such conviction in Singapore's history of a former cabinet member.

In a pivotal corruption case, property magnate Ong Beng Seng admitted to one count of obstructing justice on Monday. The case also led to the imprisonment of former transport minister S. Iswaran, marking an unprecedented conviction of an ex-cabinet member in Singapore.

Due to Ong's chronic illness, the court granted him judicial mercy, advocating for a monetary fine instead of imprisonment. A second charge related to abetment was also considered, with sentencing scheduled for August 15.

This case has stirred significant interest in Singapore, synonymous with its rigorous anti-corruption stance. Ong's involvement with Iswaran, concerning an illicit invoice and extensive gifts, highlighted the depths of corruption that even touched the prestigious Singapore Grand Prix.

(With inputs from agencies.)