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Q1. How many Singapore citizens were detained in China?
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/dɪˈteɪnd/
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to be kept in custody, often by law enforcement, usually due to legal reasons.
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The suspect was detained by the police for questioning.
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/ˈkɒnsjʊlər/
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related to a consul or the duties of a consul, which often involve assisting citizens abroad.
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The consular office provided support to the citizens who were arrested.
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/fəˈsɪlɪˌteɪtɪŋ/
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making an action or process easier or more achievable.
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The organization is facilitating the exchange of information between the two countries.
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/ˈɛmfəˌsaɪz/
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to give special importance or prominence to something in speaking or writing.
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The teacher wanted to emphasize the importance of studying for the exam.
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/riˈɪtəˌreɪt/
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to say something again or a number of times, typically for emphasis or clarity.
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The manager reiterated the company's policy on workplace safety.
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/dʒuˈdɪʃəl/
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pertaining to the administration of justice or the function of a judge.
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The judicial system ensures that laws are applied fairly.
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MFA has been informed by the Chinese authorities that 52 Singapore citizens have been arrested and detained in Guangi, China following a law enforcement operation against suspected pyramid scheme activities and related offenses in China. Our embassy in Beijing and
consulate general in Guangjo have made three visits to all 52 detainees to check on their well-being and provide consular assistance. This includes conveying requests from the detainees and messages from their families and facilitating administrative matters. In Singapore, MFA
officers are in touch with their next of kin and I have met the family members of most of the detainees. We're doing all we can to help them through an understandably difficult time. MFA and the Singapore Police Force
are engaging the Chinese authorities to obtain further information on the cases. Even as we provide consular assistance to the affected Singaporeans, I would like to emphasize that the Singapore government does not interfere in the judicial process and investigations
of other countries just as we expect foreign governments to respect our laws and legal process. The Singapore government will continue to pay close attention to the case and stress that due process should be accorded to our citizens. On
behalf of the police, I wish to reiterate that Singaporeans should exercise caution when considering business or investment schemes, whether overseas or local. This is especially so for schemes involving the recruitment of participants, upfront payment of large sums of
money, or promises of unusually high returns. Singaporeans traveling or residing overseas are reminded to abide by the laws of their host countries.
