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Singapore Moves Against Indonesian Firms Blamed for Haze

Notices will go to seven Indonesian companies linked to the fires, and lawyers say the legal action could carry diplomatic implications, CNA reports.

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Singapore is preparing to take formal steps against companies in Indonesia that are blamed for the fires behind the current haze, according to CNA.

Grace Fu, the minister in charge of sustainability and the environment, said notices aimed at preventing further harm will go to seven Indonesian firms linked to the blazes.

CNA reports that lawyers say such legal action could carry diplomatic implications.

Sources

  1. CNA: Legal action by Singapore against haze-causing firms in Indonesia may come with diplomatic implications: Lawyers

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