Some even compare the Lim case to that of Singapore oppositionist Tang Liang Hong, who was sued by members of the ruling People's Action Party over public comments.

CNN: Truth and Consequence

Mr Lee had provoked these outbursts with an affidavit submitted to a court in connection with a series of defamation suits against Tang Liang Hong, a Singaporean opposition politician.

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Still, Tang Liang Hong, presumably in London, has not ruled out going home to face the music, namely 13 defamation suits launched by eleven politicians from the ruling People's Action Party (PAP).

CNN: The Ruling Party vs. Tang