Singapore Investigates Massive Attack Over ‘Palestine Flag at Concert’
The band Massive Attack is under investigation by Singaporean authorities for displaying a Palestinian flag and chanting slogans during a concert. This incident highlights Singapore's strict laws regarding public demonstrations and foreign symbols.
Why it matters
Illustrates the tension between international artists' political expression and the restrictive legal environments of host nations.
Trip hop band Massive Attack are being investigated by authorities in Singapore after reportedly holding up a Palestine flag and shouting “Free Palestine” at a concert in the city-state on 29 July.
Singaporean authorities told the BBC on Friday that “reports were lodged and investigations are ongoing”.
Singapore has strict rules around demonstrations. It also bans the public display of foreign flags without special permits, punishable by up to six months in prison or a fine of up to 500 Singaporean dollars (£290).
The band, which was formed in Bristol in 1988, was in Singapore as part of a world tour. Members Robert Del Naja and Grant Marshall are due to perform in Seoul, South Korea, on Saturday.
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