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Singapore targets 7 firms over Indonesian wildfires causing toxic haze

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Singapore has identified seven companies allegedly involved in the Indonesian wildfires that are causing severe haze in the city-state. These companies will receive notices under the Transboundary Haze Pollution Act, requiring them to cease burning activities and submit preventative plans. The government plans to make the list of companies public at a later date, and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has indicated that legal action may be taken against those found responsible. AI

RANK_REASON Government action taken under specific environmental legislation targeting companies involved in cross-border pollution. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Singapore targets 7 firms over Indonesian wildfires causing toxic haze

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Bloomberg ·

    Singapore targets 7 companies over wildfires in Indonesia as toxic haze worsens

    Singapore has identified seven companies it says were involved in wildfires in Indonesia that are choking the city state with haze, and plans to issue notices requiring them to take preventive measures, the Business Times reported. The companies will receive notices under the Tra…

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