Now We Know How Deep The Stink Goes in MFA

[Loofydralb]

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sin...VW1E-uQZSDedkVc8Sv9bk1Xj-NhFMhv5tWaQlxnH2_ROs

Gilbert Oh Hin Kwan had submitted his resignation to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs but was told it could not be processed while his case was ongoing

He also pointed to character references made on Oh's behalf, including by former MFA second permanent secretary Bilahari Kausikan, currently chairman of the Middle East Institute.

Oh's offence was out of character for him and did not involve planning or premeditation, Mr Nathan argued.

So it looks like it will be just a slap on the wrist, something that does not trigger mandatory termination.

 

[bobby]

Only this one sway sway got caught…how many got away ???

 

[Loofydralb]

It also proves how Kausikan is a bad judge of character and situation.

Makes me wonder how many ill advisory has he given to the gov, since career diplomats have to make judgements based of a person's outward presentation, among other things.

 

[cow138]

I think because those is already public they would probably want to make him an example.

 

[oliverlee]

I think because those is already public they would probably want to make him an example.

more like because it has gone into public scrutiny they couldn’t sweep it under the carpet

 

[Loofydralb]

more like because it has gone into public scrutiny they couldn’t sweep it under the carpet

The fact that they could not process his resignation is an indicator something is amiss. Will be found not guilty?

I wouldn't be surprised.