# Singapore may pursue companies responsible for transboundary haze

> Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says government will act under Transboundary Haze Pollution Act against companies causing haze in Indonesia.
- Title: Singapore may pursue companies responsible for transboundary…
- Summary: Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says government will act under Transboundary Haze Pollution Act against companies causing haze in Indonesia. Singapore…
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- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/singapore/2026/10/16/singapore-may-pursue-companies-responsible-for-transboundary-haze-says-pm-wong/239297
- Published: 2026-10-16T11:13:12+00:00
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- Topics: singapore, transboundary haze pollution act, indonesia, prime minister lawrence wong, forest fires, haze conditions, news, world
## 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
## Key takeaway

Singapore plans to enforce Transboundary Haze Pollution Act against companies responsible for forest fires in Indonesia that worsen regional haze.