Charles Yeo, a 34-year-old Singaporean lawyer, is currently in custody in the UK due to an extradition case initiated by Singapore.

Singapore is seeking Yeo's extradition to face serious charges, including criminal breach of trust and forgery, related to an abetment of cheating case that allegedly occurred between July and November 2020.

On December 10, 2024, Yeo appeared at Westminster Magistrate's Court as his legal team sought his release on bail, having been granted conditional bail the previous month.

Yeo's lawyers plan to apply for a witness summons to compel the Home Office to clarify the status of his passport, which they argue is currently held by the UK authorities.

Yeo was arrested in the UK on November 4, 2024, following a warrant issued in August 2022 after he failed to return from Vietnam, where he claimed to be seeking political asylum.

Yeo, who previously chaired the Reform Party, denies all allegations against him, asserting that the charges are politically motivated.

However, his release has been complicated by unresolved issues regarding the location of his passport, which is a key condition of his bail.

The court has rejected proposals for stricter bail conditions or a higher bond, emphasizing that proof of the passport's whereabouts is necessary for any further considerations.

As of now, it remains unclear whether Yeo has been granted political asylum, as the UK government does not comment on individual cases.

Last week, Yeo's legal team attempted to cancel his passport through the Singapore High Commission, but were informed that this must be done in person, which is not possible while he is in custody.

A full extradition hearing for Yeo is scheduled for May 2025, as the legal proceedings continue to unfold.

During the court hearing, Yeo's lawyers were unable to provide evidence regarding the passport's location, further complicating his situation.