Singapore haze response

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says government will act under Transboundary Haze Pollution Act against companies causing haze in Indonesia.

“The haze stems from forest and peatland fires in Indonesia, made worse by the extended dry period.”

Haze causes

Haze comes from forest and peatland fires in Indonesia, worsened by extended dry period.

Singapore's actions

Singapore will enforce Transboundary Haze Pollution Act where needed and explore joint action with other countries.

International cooperation

Singapore offered assistance to Indonesia and works with ASEAN partners to address haze.

Wong's statement

Government will protect Singaporeans while working with neighbors to address haze causes.

“We cannot control the weather or the winds, nor can we directly control what happens beyond our borders”