Chinese woman accused of offering $75 bribe to Changi Airport officer for entry into Singapore
A traveler (R) waits in the departure hall of Changi International Airport in Singapore on March 15, 2021. Photo by AFP
A 38-year-old woman from China has been charged in Singapore after she allegedly attempted to give bribe of S$100 (US$78.61) to an immigration officer at Changi Airport last year.
Kong Zhenni was charged on March 10 under the Prevention of Corruption Act, Mothership reported citing a statement from the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau.
Prosecutors allege that Kong offered bribe to an inspector from the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority at Changi Airport Terminal 4 on Dec. 26 in an attempt to gain entry into the country, Asia One reported.
The officer rejected the alleged bribe.
Singapore, known for its strict laws, maintains a strict zero-tolerance stance toward corruption.
Under the law, anyone convicted of corruption can face a fine of up to S$100,000 and/or a prison sentence of up to five years.
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