Former Singapore president now thinks twice about patting children after Roxy Square incident
FORMER Singapore president Halimah Yacob said that she now has to "constantly restrain" herself from patting children on the head, following an incident at Roxy Square where a 73-year-old man was allegedly pushed to the ground after patting a young g...
Former Singapore president Halimah Yacob has reflected on her habit of patting children after an unsettling incident at Roxy Square. The 71-year-old now finds herself constantly restraining from the gesture, following a case where a 73-year-old man was reportedly pushed to the ground for the same action. Halimah's comments emerged in a discourse about the diminishing interactions between adults, children, and strangers.
The former leader spoke during a discussion on the importance of intergenerational bonding in community spaces, as highlighted by a video shared by CNA. She recounted how she would often pat children on the head, but now feels a heightened sense of fear. Halimah emphasized the significance of preserving connections between different age groups, suggesting that regular interaction could foster understanding and community cohesion.
She specifically called for activities that unite older and younger Singaporeans, aiming to strengthen social bonds.
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