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30 May 2019 | 09:07 PM UTC

Singapore: Shangri-La Dialogue security summit May 31-June 2

Singapore to host IISS Shangri-La Dialogue May 31-June 2; heightened security presence and associated disruptions expected

Warning

Event

Singapore will host the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue summit from Friday, May 31, to Sunday, June 2. The summit will be held at the Shangri-La Hotel in the Tanglin district. Senior officials and diplomatic delegations from several countries, including the US and China, are expected to attend the summit.

Heightened security measures, including checkpoints and increased security personnel, are expected ahead of and during the summit. Associated disruptions, including road closures and increased traffic congestion, are similarly likely.

Advice

Individuals in Singapore are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate heightened security measures, associated disruptions, and limited hotel vacancies, and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities.