WHAT CAN BE DONE
The latest threat posed by inauthentic websites raises new challenges for Singapore and its citizens.
In dealing with hostile information campaigns that originate overseas, authorities have to tread a fine line between calling out such behaviour as unacceptable, without provoking other parties who may be partners in other areas such as trade or economic collaboration.
MHA’s public announcement last week was a strong signal that the government is watching such threats closely, and that it will not hesitate to take action.
