Mr Shanmugam on Monday acknowledged First Resources’ prior statements on its zero-burning policy and its firefighting efforts, but said statements alone are insufficient and must be backed by evidence.
“We will ask for the full facts and we will act based on the facts,” he said.
Denying its responsibility in the ongoing haze, First Resources said on Tuesday that it has a longstanding zero-burning policy, which is strictly enforced across its operations, and is committed to transparency and accountability.
“We believe that any assessment of the source of fires should be based on verified facts, scientific evidence and a comprehensive understanding of the circumstances on the ground,” the company said.
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