No one should remain silent accomplice of racism

The despicable derogatory gestures posed against Asians by Miss Finland and some Finnish lawmakers, all public figures, are shocking reminders that racism is still a big issue in the 21st century and deserves the strongest condemnation.

The infamous scandal began last week when Sarah Dzafce, the 2025 Miss Finland, was stripped of the title by the beauty pageant organizers after she shared a photo on social media last month showing her pulling back the corner of her eyes and squinting, with the caption "eating with a Chinese person".