Singapore Reviews F1 Contract Terms Amid Corruption Probe
The government's audit of the 2022 Singapore Grand Prix follows charges against former Transport Minister S. Iswaran.
- Singapore to reevaluate its Formula One Grand Prix contract and audit the 2022 race after a corruption investigation involving ex-Transport Minister S. Iswaran.
- S. Iswaran, key in bringing F1 to Singapore, faces 27 charges, including corruption and obtaining illegal benefits, which he denies.
- The probe puts Singapore's clean governance reputation under scrutiny as Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong plans to step down.
- The Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) leads the contract review, ensuring no disadvantage to the government.
- Singapore remains committed to hosting the F1 Singapore Grand Prix, with preparations for the 2024 race underway.