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S$140 million held by convicted Indonesian palm oil tycoon's son to remain seized despite CPIB lapses: Court
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· October 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The total amount of money being held is S$140 million. The tycoon, Surya Darmadi, was involved in the palm oil industry in Indonesia.
A significant amount of money will remain seized. This decision was made despite some issues with the investigation. The funds in question are substantial and had been transferred into certain bank accounts.
These accounts are connected to companies incorporated which are owned by the son of a convicted tycoon. The tycoon, Surya Darmadi, was involved in the palm oil industry in Indonesia.
Further details about the case and the investigation are available from the source. The total amount of money being held is S$140 million.
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Category: News Published: October 5, 2026 Source: CNA — Singapore Reading time: 1 min
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