Riots in Little India inexcusable: Singapore PM

January 01, 2014 11:58

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has described the December 8 outbreak of violence among South Asian foreign workers in Singapore as inexcusable, but he assured that Singapore will treat its guest workers fairly as long as they abide by the the city state's laws.

"We will continue to treat foreign workers fairly, but we expect them to obey our laws and social norms," said Lee in his New Year message.

"The riot in Little India was inexcusable. We have taken firm action against the culprits. Several have been charged, others warned and repatriated, and still others advised to abide strictly by our laws," he said.

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