In full: NUS' statement on Huang Jing, academic identified as ‘agent of influence’

SINGAPORE — Huang Jing, the academic identified by the Ministry of Home Affairs as “an agent of influence of a foreign country”, has been suspended without pay with immediate effect, the National University of Singapore said in a statement on Friday (Aug 4). This is the university's statement in full, in response to queries from TODAY:

On Prof Huang being identified as "an agent of influence"

“NUS has been informed of the Ministry of Home Affair’s (MHA) findings that Professor Huang Jing used his senior position in its autonomous school, the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP), to advance the agenda of a foreign country at Singapore’s expense. This is a matter of serious concern, and LKYSPP is cooperating fully with MHA. NUS does not tolerate such acts of foreign interference, even as we continue to value and uphold the diverse and international character of our University. As this matter relates to national security, the University is unable to comment on the details of the case.”

On Prof Huang’s employment status

“In the light of MHA’s findings and actions, Prof Huang Jing has been suspended without pay with immediate effect, while NUS works with MHA on this matter. Prof Huang’s employment at NUS is conditional on the necessary permits for working in Singapore. As these permits have been cancelled, we would not be able to continue with his employment.”