Bloomberg Tan See Leng, the Minister of Manpower, has recently been accused of allegedly buying a Good Class Bungalow (GCB) in 2023 without publicly disclosing the purchase. This accusation came from a Bloomberg news article that was published on December 12th, 2023. Tan has since denied these allegations and has threatened legal action against the news outlet.
According to the Bloomberg article, Tan acquired the GCB in Brizay Park for S$27.3 million in 2023. However, public records do not show any evidence of the purchase. The article also alleged that Tan used his position as a minister to secure the purchase of the GCB at a below-market price.
Tan has denied all of the allegations made in the Bloomberg article. He has stated that he did not purchase the GCB in 2023 and that he has never used his position as a minister to secure any personal benefit.
Tan has also stated that he has taken legal advice and will be taking legal action against Bloomberg for defamation. He has said that he is confident that he will be vindicated in court.
The Bloomberg article has caused a stir in Singapore, with many people calling for an investigation into the allegations against Tan. However, Tan has stated that he is confident that he will be cleared of any wrongdoing.
The outcome of this case will be closely watched, as it could have implications for the future of Singapore's political system. If Tan is found guilty of the allegations against him, it could damage the reputation of the government and lead to calls for reform.
However, if Tan is found innocent, it could help to restore trust in the government and its institutions. It could also send a message that the government is serious about fighting corruption and abuse of power.