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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

The task force, announced by the two countries' foreign ministers on Tuesday (Oct 27), will coordinate action and share information on companies linked to forest and land fires.

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China brands drop Mbappe for 'offending national sentiments'

China brands drop Mbappe for 'offending national sentiments'

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Malaysian who accessed 17 Singapore bank accounts for syndicate in S$4 million case gets jail

Malaysian who accessed 17 Singapore bank accounts for syndicate in S$4 million case gets jail

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ASEAN could take years to be ready for next major energy disruption: Philippine energy secretary

ASEAN could take years to be ready for next major energy disruption: Philippine energy secretary

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Singapore looking to strengthen haze law, may make amendments to address enforcement gaps: Grace Fu

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27/10/2026

Singapore haze: Moderate air quality expected in Singapore on Wednesday

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Singapore commissions studies to deepen capabilities in nuclear safety, regulation and environmental protection

Singapore commissions studies to deepen capabilities in nuclear safety, regulation and environmental protection

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Singapore aiming for more solar panels in public spaces to hit new 2035 target

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China's Unitree Robotics shares surge over 60% in less than two weeks despite industry risks warning

China's Unitree Robotics shares surge over 60% in less than two weeks despite industry risks warning

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China brands drop Mbappe for 'offending national sentiments'

China brands drop Mbappe for 'offending national sentiments'

27/10/2026

Malaysian who accessed 17 Singapore bank accounts for syndicate in S$4 million case gets jail

Malaysian who accessed 17 Singapore bank accounts for syndicate in S$4 million case gets jail

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ASEAN could take years to be ready for next major energy disruption: Philippine energy secretary

ASEAN could take years to be ready for next major energy disruption: Philippine energy secretary

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