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In response to media queries, it is confirmed that Mr Rajapaksa has been allowed entry into Singapore on a private visit. He has not asked for asylum and neither has he been granted any asylum. Singapore generally does not grant requests for asylum.
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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
SINGAPORE
14 JULY 2022