Singapore and Indonesia launch joint task force on haze accountability

Singapore and Indonesia launch joint task force on haze accountability

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On 27 October, Singapore and Indonesia agreed to launch a joint task force aimed at sharing information, conducting financial intelligence work and recovering assets from companies tied to transboundary forest-fire haze. The agreement builds on steps taken earlier in the month.

On 23 October, ten Singapore-based palm-oil and forestry firms confirmed receipt of notices from the National Environment Agency under the Transboundary Haze Pollution Act and said they would cooperate with the agency’s information request. Later, Environment Minister Grace Fu announced plans to amend the Act to close enforcement gaps and strengthen corporate accountability for haze originating abroad.

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National Environment Agency (NEA) of Singapore Senior Minister K. Shanmugam APP Company APP Company (China) Golden Agri International Wilmar International Indofood Agri Resources Bumitama Agri First Resources Kencana Agri TSH Resources

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Singapore Indonesia North Kalimantan, Indonesia British Virgin Islands Malaysia

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Résumé

The claim that Indonesia and Singapore agreed on October 27, 2026, to form a bilateral task force for sharing information and pursuing financial intelligence related to transboundary haze-causing forest fires is partially confirmed. The claims that on October 26, 2026, ten Singapore-based oil palm and forestry companies acknowledged receipt of National Environment Agency notices under the Transboundary Haze Pollution Act and that on October 24, 2026, the National Environment Agency served notices under Singapore's haze law to ten companies both have insufficient evidence.

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27 octobre 2026
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Singapore, Indonesia to set up forest fire task force
Singapore, Indonesia to set up forest fire task force

The Straits Times • 27 oct. 11h15

Indonesia and Singapore agreed to create a bilateral task force to share information, pursue financial intelligence and recover assets from companies linked to transboundary haze-causing forest fires.

Crédibilité 78% Manip. 12% Centre
Singapore, Indonesia setting up joint task force to probe firms linked to forest fires; hotlines to manage differences
Singapore, Indonesia setting up joint task force to probe firms linked to forest fires; hotlines to manage differences

CNA • 27 oct. 10h59

Singapore and Indonesia announced a joint task force to share data and pursue legal action against companies tied to transboundary haze fires, and will set up a hotline to manage bilateral differences.

Crédibilité 78% Manip. 32% Centre
Could everyday products be linked to haze? Why sustainable sourcing remains a challenge
Could everyday products be linked to haze? Why sustainable sourcing remains a challenge

CNA • 27 oct. 07h07

Singapore has issued preventive notices to Indonesian firms over fires that may contribute to transboundary haze and is tightening scrutiny of sustainability certifications for palm oil and pulp-and-paper products.

Crédibilité 72% Manip. 7% Centre
Singapore looking to strengthen haze law, may make amendments to address enforcement gaps: Grace Fu
Singapore looking to strengthen haze law, may make amendments to address enforcement gaps: Grace Fu

CNA • 27 oct. 03h41

Minister Grace Fu announced plans to strengthen the Transboundary Haze Pollution Act and introduce new measures to improve corporate accountability for haze originating abroad.

Crédibilité 78% Manip. 9% Centre
Singapore to tighten haze law amid evidence hurdles
Singapore to tighten haze law amid evidence hurdles

The Straits Times • 27 oct. 03h39

Singapore plans to tighten its haze legislation after officials highlighted difficulties in gathering cross-border evidence and securing cooperation from overseas firms.

Crédibilité 72% Manip. 9% Centre
26 octobre 2026
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What to know about the 10 Singapore-based companies issued notices over transboundary haze
What to know about the 10 Singapore-based companies issued notices over transboundary haze

CNA • 26 oct. 08h43

All ten Singapore-based companies cited in recent haze notices have confirmed receipt and indicated they will work with the National Environment Agency, while the agency seeks information on fire prevention and firefighting efforts in Indonesia.

Crédibilité 72% Manip. 8% Centre
10 S’pore-based firms acknowledge NEA haze law notices
10 S’pore-based firms acknowledge NEA haze law notices

The Straits Times • 26 oct. 06h34

Ten Singapore-based oil palm and forestry companies have confirmed receipt of National Environment Agency notices under the Transboundary Haze Pollution Act, with most stating they will cooperate with the agency’s information request.

Crédibilité 78% Manip. 8% Centre
24 octobre 2026
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Who owns the 10 Singapore firms targeted by the haze law?
Who owns the 10 Singapore firms targeted by the haze law?

The Straits Times • 24 oct. 15h57

The National Environment Agency served notices under Singapore's haze law to ten companies on Oct. 23, expanding its investigation into firms linked to transboundary haze.

Crédibilité 72% Manip. 8% Centre

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