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Source:
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S2006 Security Operations
Move Into High Gear |
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Necessity of Security Measures |
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Given the prevailing environment marked by
the threat of terrorism, the security operations being put in place are
necessary to ensure the safety and security of everyone in Singapore . |
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The Police have formulated and refined
security plans over the past two years, working with the management,
tenants and retailers of affected buildings to enhance security and
minimise disruption to their activities. |
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Police, together with other security
agencies including the Singapore Armed Forces and Immigration &
Checkpoints Authority, have begun to put into effect a series of
security operations, in the lead-up to the Annual Meetings of the
International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank (WB) from 11 to 20
September 2006 . |
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The operations, which began in early August,
are set to continue well after the meetings. The actions of security
agencies can be summarised into three categories: |
a. Border
operations
b. Island-wide
operations
c. Event Venue
operations
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Border Operations |
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Together with ICA , Police have enhanced
operations at land, sea and air checkpoints. Police Coast Guard, ICA and
Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) vessels have also enhanced their
patrols in Singapore waters. |
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More vessels entering Singapore waters have
also been stopped and inspected, to further enhance the security of our
borders. |
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Island-wide Operations |
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During the S2006 Conference, there will be
increased police presence and checks across the island, especially at
public transportation facilities and commercial and shopping areas. |
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Members of public are requested to cooperate
during these random security checks, which may include inspection of
their belongings. |
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The Police will also be supported by RSAF
helicopters, which will fly at various times of the day to support
operations on the ground. |
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In keeping with current rules, outdoor
demonstrations and processions will not be allowed. This is to prevent
activities which can undermine the security arrangements in place for
the IMF/WB Meetings. |
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The Police will respond to and deal
with any persons or groups, locals or foreigners, who blatantly
flout our laws and pose a threat to the public order and security
of Singapore . |
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Civil Society Organisations (CSOs)
that are accredited by IMF/WB can conduct their activities in a
secured and private area at the lobby of the Suntec Singapore
International Convention and Exhibition Centre. |
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This arrangement is not the only means
for the voices of civil society to be heard. For Singaporeans,
they are already free to hold indoor public meetings without the
need to seek a permit, so long as the organizers and speakers are
Singapore citizens and the topic of the meeting does not deal with
race or religion. |
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Foreign groups and foreign speakers
will have to apply for a permit. As long as the location does not
compromise security and the individuals concerned intend to abide
by our laws, the Police will consider their applications
favourably. |
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Event Venues |
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Security at various event venues,
including hotels where delegates are staying, will be enhanced.
Access control measures will be in place, and in certain
locations, vehicles will be subject to inspection before being
allowed entry. |
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Parking restrictions along roads in
the vicinity of event venues will be strictly enforced. Vehicles
found parking indiscriminately or causing obstruction will be
towed away. |
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Suntec Singapore |
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The Suntec Singapore International
Convention & Exhibition Centre (Suntec Singapore), where the
meetings will be held, will be subject to enhanced security
measures and closed to public from 8 to 20 Sep 06. Access control
measures will be instituted for all persons entering the building. |
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The Suntec City Shopping Mall, the
office buildings and its carparks will remain open to the public,
although certain carpark entrances will be restricted to
authorised vehicles. Please see Annex A for details. |
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Pedestrian traffic would also be
diverted as certain walkways would be cordoned off. The two
overhead bridges connecting One Raffles Link and Marina Square to
Suntec Singapore will be restricted to authorised persons. |
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Signage will be put up to guide
pedestrians. Alternative walking routes are listed in Annex A. The
public are also advised that these alternative walking routes are
subject to change, depending on the prevailing security situation. |
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There will be heightened security in
the Suntec vicinity, other event venues and the hotels where
delegates are staying. Police patrols will be enhanced at these
locations and checks on people and their belongings may be
conducted. |
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Heavy Vehicles Entering Marina Bay
Area |
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Restrictions on heavy vehicles
entering the Marina Bay area will be imposed from 10 to 20 Sept
06. Please see Annex B for details. |
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Understanding and Cooperation
Sought |
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We seek the public¡¯s patience as we
carry out our security operations. The public are also advised to
call the police should they see anything suspicious or anyone
acting suspiciously. |
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Director Operations SAC Aubeck Kam,
who also chairs the S2006 Security Sub-Committee, said: ¡°Our
forces have maintained a high level of vigilance, and will
continue to do so throughout and after the S2006 Annual Meeting.
Security is everyone¡¯s priority. We call on the community to work
with us to keep Singapore safe.¡± |
PUBLIC AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
30 August 2006 @ 10.00 am |
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More..... (Annexes) |
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Source:
www.spf.gov.sg News Release 30
Aug 2006 |
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