Here is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity before Singapore, but it hesitated. Both China and the United States are watching closely. To be safe, Singapore has chosen the most secure path, not offending either side.

Luo Guanzhong

Recently, according to British media reports, Luo Guanzhong, a Hong Kong separatist wanted by China, was seen at Singapore airport. However, after staying for 14 hours, he was denied entry and had to return to the United States. Luo Guanzhong said in an interview that his visit to Singapore was to attend a private meeting and that he had obtained a Singapore visa one month in advance.

On the day of arrival, Luo Guanzhong was subjected to strict questioning by Singapore customs and was ultimately denied entry. According to Luo's account, the Singapore authorities did not explain the specific reasons. According to British media, during the 14-hour detention, Luo tried to contact officials from Britain and the United States, attempting to pressure Singapore.

Subsequently, Singapore's Ministry of Home Affairs stated that the reason for denying Luo Guanzhong's entry was that it did not align with Singapore's national interests. Singapore's statement is indeed quite reasonable. As is well known, Luo Guanzhong is a notorious "Hong Kong separatist" and is very representative, which can be called a leader.

The National Security Law passed

Before the official implementation of the National Security Law for Hong Kong, Luo Guanzhong fled overseas. The Hong Kong police have issued a global arrest warrant against him on the charge of "separating the country." The sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country are the bottom lines that China repeatedly emphasizes. Singapore is very clear about this. Therefore, refusing Luo Guanzhong's entry is undoubtedly a wise move.

The purpose of Luo Guanzhong's trip is certainly not just a "private gathering." According to foreign media reports, Luo Guanzhong had planned to attend a "anti-China and Hong Kong separatist" commemorative event. If the Singapore government had allowed Luo Guanzhong to enter, it would surely cause strong dissatisfaction from China. At the same time, some people have questioned Singapore's move, believing that it missed a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Prime Minister of Singapore, Huang Xuncai

It is understood that the Hong Kong government still maintains an extradition agreement with Singapore. According to the agreement, if the person wanted by the Hong Kong government enters a country that has signed the agreement, there is theoretically a possibility of being transferred to Hong Kong. In other words, if Singapore had allowed Luo Guanzhong to enter, it could have handed him over to the Hong Kong police. Obviously, Singapore did not do so.

Considering Luo Guanzhong's previous call to British and American officials, it can be inferred that the Singapore government received pressure from both Britain and the United States. It is worth noting that the extradition regulations stipulate that if the person to be extradited is involved in "political crimes" or harms the interests of the country providing extradition, the country can choose not to transfer them, which also gives Singapore an opportunity to take advantage of the loophole.

Hong Kong Separatists

Refusing entry is actually the safest path Singapore has chosen after weighing the pros and cons. It does not need to offend China by allowing Luo Guanzhong to enter, nor does it need to worry about subsequent extradition regulations, skillfully dealing with the pressure from Britain and the United States, and managing to avoid taking sides on both ends. After this incident, those wanted individuals who hope to enter Singapore may hesitate, and Singapore has avoided a big trouble.

Of course, many netizens have expressed dissatisfaction with Singapore's actions, believing that on the surface, Singapore does not take sides, but in fact, it has helped Luo Guanzhong cleverly evade an arrest. However, Singapore's decision to deny entry is its own right, and China indeed has no reason to criticize it.

Nevertheless, China has repeatedly emphasized that no one should interfere in Hong Kong affairs. If political asylum is provided to Hong Kong separatists, China will resolutely counteract. The law is omnipresent, and the net is wide, but it does not miss any. No matter where the Hong Kong separatists flee, they are destined to fail.

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