Wealthy Chinese nationals in Singapore: Tales of rags to riches and hard work

Three elite Chinese residents here offer The Straits Times a glimpse into their lives and journeys. ST PHOTOS: KEVIN LIM, BRIAN TEO
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SINGAPORE – Bentley cars, Patek Philippe timepieces, good class bungalows and collectible Bearbricks with price tags reaching into the thousands.

What is now known as Singapore’s worst money laundering case, involving more than $2.4 billion of assets, has offered a tantalising glimpse into the opulent lifestyles of Singapore’s elite Chinese residents.

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