Singapore, Indonesia setting up joint task force to probe firms linked to forest fires; hotlines to manage differences
Singapore and Indonesia have established a joint task force to investigate companies linked to forest fires that cause transboundary haze. The initiative focuses on information sharing, financial intelligence, and cross-border evidence gathering to hold responsible parties accountable.
Why it matters
This collaboration addresses a long-standing environmental and diplomatic issue in Southeast Asia, aiming to curb illegal land clearing practices through financial oversight.
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.
Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan (left) and Indonesia Foreign Minister Arrmanatha Nasir at a joint press conference in Jakarta, Indonesia, on Oct 27. (Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
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