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Former child actor Amos Yee, 27, has been charged with four additional offences in Singapore, including promoting racial disharmony through blog posts claiming discrimination against Malays and Indians, and advocating for the rights of paedophiles.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has cautioned all political parties against weaponizing race-based politics to gain electoral support, stressing that such divisive tactics threaten social cohesion and national stability.
Housing Minister Nga Kor Ming has urged political leaders to uphold national unity and reject attempts to exploit racial and religious differences for political advantage, stressing Malaysians prioritise practical solutions over divisive rhetoric.