When it comes to law, there are always things that come as shocking, but in this particular country there may be quite a few that will completely surprise people. Travel blogger Ben Morris flew to Singapore, a country known for its gorgeous landscapes, thriving economy and cleanliness. But what Ben did was “examine some of the strangest laws.” Despite visiting the country multiple times, the blogger shared it on a YouTube video entitled “I visited the world's toughest country.” He knew he had no idea about a crime or even a death penalty that could be fined a whopping $100,000 (£77,000).
“I'm going to take you with me without breaking all the strange laws in this country,” he says. The first formula mentioned by Vlogger is Jaywalking, a place that crosses a specified intersection or path outside the intersection signal. Breaking the law in Singapore will allow you to retreat SGD, worth £28.80.
Continuing the video, Ben shared several other illegal activities, including not washing the toilet. This is because staying clean public spaces is a top priority in the country.
“Now, Singapore has one of the best transport systems in the world, and there are two laws to know. One of them is pretty crazy. Think about why it makes sense.”
He got off the bus at the station and after taking an MRT, a Singaporean tube, he revealed that eating and drinking on the subway was prohibited. He adds: “It's not just alcohol, it's water banned either.
You could win a maximum fine of 500 SGD (£288) if you violate the law.
One of the main reasons why Singapore is so strict is to maintain a strong reputation for being safe and clean.
After sharing more interesting laws, such as being illegal to play instruments in public places, drinking alcohol outdoors between 10:30pm and 7am, roaming naked houses, singing explicit lyrics, skipping kits, and more.
Towards the end of the video, as Ben went to the airport and headed home, he reveals that he chews gum, the “most famous” law in Singapore.
Anyone caught selling or importing chewing gum will be subject to an astonishing fine in SGD 10,000 (about £5,760) or two years in prison.
