Lee Kuan Yew, as Prime Minister of Singapore (1959-90), took stringent measures to curtail freedom of expression in the city-state. Four years after his death, it’s time to take a look at whether there’s been any relaxation of state control over the media and change in its attitudes towards free speech.

Author Archives: James Rowlins
Dr. James Rowlins has lectured in Asia, Europe and the United States, having earned a PhD in French Literature and Film at the University of Southern California. He is currently the Director of Brighton Rocks Film Festival.