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Singapore has executed a man for trafficking 36.93g of heroin, the city-state’s second hanging this year. The 45-year-old man was sentenced to death after being found guilty of trafficking more than the specified limit. Singapore’s harsh drug laws mandate capital punishment for offenders trafficking certain quantities of drugs. Despite pleas from human rights groups, Singapore has resumed executions for drug-related crimes. It is argued that capital punishment is necessary to combat drug-related issues. However, critics believe that such severe measures are ineffective and inhumane. Singapore has faced international scrutiny for its stance on the death penalty. The country has executed multiple individuals for drug offenses, drawing condemnation from various organizations and activists.