A hotpot restaurant in Jalan Besar has issued an apology after a video showing employees saluting during the playing of Singapore’s national anthem sparked online criticism. The video, which was shared on social media, led to public backlash over what some viewed as an inappropriate use of the anthem. The restaurant confirmed it had taken the matter seriously and issued a formal apology. The incident has raised questions about the appropriate use of national symbols in commercial settings. Local authorities have not yet commented on the matter, but the controversy highlights growing sensitivity around the use of national identity in public spaces.