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Singapore issues notices to 10 firms over transboundary haze role
Singapore has taken action against a diverse group of companies with regional operations, including a major instant noodles manufacturer and palm oil producers, for their alleged involvement in activities contributing to transboundary haze.
LSN Singapore ·
The enforcement notices target Singapore-registered entities with significant business interests across Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia where agricultural and industrial activities have historically contributed to regional air pollution. The companies span multiple sectors, reflecting the complexity of haze-related emissions in the region.
Among the firms cited is a conglomerate behind a widely-consumed instant noodles brand with substantial manufacturing operations in the region. Also included are major palm oil companies that operate extensive plantation networks across Indonesian territories, where land-clearing practices have been linked to seasonal haze episodes affecting multiple countries.
The action represents Singapore's continued efforts to hold companies accountable under transboundary haze legislation. The city-state has previously pursued legal action against entities suspected of contributing to air quality degradation that affects the island's residents and regional air quality.
The notices follow years of diplomatic and regulatory efforts by Singapore and other affected nations to address the recurring haze phenomenon. Companies named in such enforcement actions typically face requirements to demonstrate compliance with environmental standards or face financial penalties and legal consequences.