Singapore foreign minister denies liking controversial Palestine post, reports ‘unauthorised activity' to Meta
SINGAPORE, April 2 — Singapore Foreign Affairs Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan has reported 'unauthorised activity' on his Facebook page to Meta after a 'like' appeared on a post by former Nominated Member of Parliament Calvin Cheng that has sparked controversy.
Dr Balakrishnan denied engaging with the post, which was made on March 13 and targeted a pro-Palestinian activist group.
'I did not 'like' the post by Calvin Cheng. I do not share those views,' he said on Facebook today.
'I have since taken measures to enhance account security.'
The minister's press secretary confirmed to Channel News Asia (CNA) that a report has been filed with Meta, which is now investigating the matter.
In his March 13 post, Cheng criticised members of the Monday of Palestine Solidarity group, who have been accused of disrupting Meet-the-People Sessions held by the ruling People's Action Party (PAP).
He suggested funding their relocation to Gaza on the condition that they do not return.
He also said he was 'offering business class to the leaders' and suggested that their 928 followers could be given walking shoes for 'a slow hike.'
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