SINGAPORE – The police have reminded organisers of an April 11 anti-imperialism event at Hong Lim Park that there should not be any coordinated display of Israeli- or Palestinian-related symbols and paraphernalia.
Organisers of the event must also not introduce issues related to the Israel-Hamas conflict and ensure that it remains within its approved scope, said the police in an advisory jointly released with NParks, which granted the organisers’ application to hold it at Hong Lim Park, on April 11.
In the statement, the police said they were aware of the public assembly following the organisers’ acknowledgement that they would comply with the conditions for public speaking at Speakers’ Corner.
The advisory noted that NParks had reminded the organisers to ensure that the event and the associated speeches steer clear of matters relating to race and religion. They were also reminded to ensure that no foreigners take part in the event, a condition for all events held at the Speakers’ Corner.
It added that Hong Lim Park space is designated for Singapore citizens to organise and participate in assemblies without a police permit, subject to compliance with the law and the applicable terms and conditions.
Referencing previous advisories issued in 2023 and 2024, the police said they have assessed that there are public safety and security concerns associated with events relating to the Israel-Hamas conflict.
