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SINGAPORE: Politics must not be allowed to obstruct the celebration of sports.
That is why Singapore opposes the call from some quarters to boycott the Beijing Olympic Games in August, said Community Development, Youth and Sports Minister, Dr Vivian Balakrishnan.
The calls came amid continued violence in Tibet.
Responding to media queries, Dr Balakrishnan said Singapore is a firm believer in the "Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect", and a boycott "will mean many missed opportunities for better cross-border and inter-cultural understanding".
He added that it is "vital to keep sporting competitions and politics separate".
- CNA/so
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