Censored but Still Reporting — Thanks to You
Blocked in Singapore. Blocked in Malaysia. But still standing.
Dear readers,
In Singapore, Asia Sentinel was blocked after we published critical reporting on the ruling party’s financial and political dealings.
In Malaysia, our site was cut off following investigations into corruption, cronyism, and abuses of power.
These efforts to censor us are a stark reminder of why independent journalism matters—and why it must be defended.
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We’re blocked in some countries—but we’re still here, still writing, and still reaching readers.
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Thank you,
The Asia Sentinel Team