Singapore Convicts Two in Record US$2.2 Billion Money Laundering Case
The convicted individuals, of Cambodian and Cypriot nationality, will be deported after serving their jail sentences.
- Su Wenqiang and Su Haijin are the first two men convicted in Singapore's largest money laundering case, involving over US$2.2 billion in assets seized or frozen.
- Su Wenqiang, a Cambodian national, was sentenced to 13 months in jail, while Su Haijin, a Cypriot national, received a 14-month sentence.
- The investigation has prompted Singapore to review its anti-money laundering measures and inspect financial institutions for involvement.
- More than S$3 billion in assets, including luxury properties, cash, and jewelry, have been seized or frozen, marking one of the largest money laundering operations globally.
- The cases of the remaining seven accused are still in the pre-trial conference stages, with all denied bail.