Singapore passes law against foreign interference in its race-based organizations

Minister says legislation is a commitment to protect 'racial harmony' from outside threats

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Singaporean government looks to limit outsiders from undermining racial harmony in the multicultural city-state.  © AFP/Jiji

SINGAPORE (Reuters) -- Singapore has passed a law designed to protect against foreign interference in its race-based clans and business associations, as the government looks to limit outsiders from undermining racial harmony in the multicultural city-state.

Under the Maintenance of Racial Harmony Bill, which was passed late on Tuesday, if an organization is designated as a race-based entity, they will have to disclose foreign and anonymous donations, foreign affiliations and their leadership.

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