
Teh Cheang Wan
Teh Cheang Wan was a Singaporean politician who served as a minister in the government of Lee Kuan Yew. He was notably involved in a corruption scandal that led to his arrest in 1986, making him the first minister in Singapore to be charged with corruption. His case highlighted the government's commitment to anti-corruption measures, as it demonstrated that even high-ranking officials were not above the law. The handling of his trial and subsequent conviction reinforced Singapore's reputation as a country with strict anti-corruption laws and practices.
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Teh Cheang Wan was investigated for corruption in 1986, demonstrating that the law applies to everyone.
Kako preganjati korupcijo: Skok v pravo smer?Delo – major Slovenian daily, est. 1959·
Slovenia· 2026-07-22




