CNA visited eight shelters across the island, finding most empty or locked, though the few who turned up welcomed the free air-conditioned refuge.  

The Consumers Association of Singapore advised consumers to be careful when buying masks and air purifiers from the secondary market as sellers often cannot be verified.

The visits will provide an opportunity for Singapore to exchange views on recent developments in the region and strengthen cooperation with both countries in areas of mutual interest, such as in energy security and economic resilience, said the PMO.

Health Minister Ong Ye Kung said Singapore was taking a practical approach to integrating Western medicine and traditional Chinese medicine while ensuring that treatments are backed by rigorous evidence.

Several other outdoor events have already been called off or rescheduled because of the haze, including the Great Eastern Women's Run and the Purple Parade.

NEA warned of a continued risk of severe transboundary haze, with dry conditions expected to persist in parts of the southern ASEAN region over the coming days.