Modern? Singaporeans raise eyebrows at Foreign Minister’s review of Pyongyang

Modern? Singaporeans raise eyebrows at Foreign Minister’s review of Pyongyang

SINGAPORE: Singaporeans have reacted with scepticism after Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan described Pyongyang as a “modern” city in a social media video posted during his recent trip to North Korea. Dr Balakrishnan, who travelled to North Korea before heading to South Korea as part of a consecutive visit to both countries, uploaded a 32-second Facebook reel on May 28 showcasing scenes from the North Korean capital. The video featured high-…