In response to media queries on Silviu Ionescu's comments, the MFA Spokesman said:
"We are aware of Dr Silviu Ionescu's comments to the media. Singapore respects the judicial process in Romania. As such, we have refrained from making any public statements about the case or the trial, while it is being heard in the Romanian courts. The Singapore authorities have also rendered all assistance permissible under our laws requested by the Romanian authorities in connection with the trial of Dr Ionescu. They will continue to do so. The outcome of the case is important to Singapore. It is in the interest of both Singapore and Romania to see that justice is served in this case."
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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
SINGAPORE
19 JANUARY 2012