Monitoring Foreign-linked Fundraising Events and Activities to Align with Singapore's Principles of Neutrality

24 Dr Hamid Razak asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs whether the Ministry monitors or provides guidance on foreign-linked fundraising events held in Singapore that may carry political or humanitarian implications abroad, to ensure that such activities are consistent with Singapore's principles of neutrality and its commitment to a rules-based international order.

Dr Vivian Balakrishnan: The Commissioner of Charities considers inputs from relevant Ministries, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, when reviewing permit applications for Fund-raising for Foreign Charitable Purposes. In general, the considerations include abiding by Singapore and international law.