2014 APEC Counter Terrorism Action Plan - Singapore

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1 2015/SOM1/CTWG/018 Agenda Item: APEC Counter Terrorism Action Plan - Singapore Purpose: Information Submitted by: Singapore 4 th Counter-Terrorism Working Group Meeting Subic, Philippines 31 January 1 February 2015

2 2014 APEC COUNTER-TERRORISM ACTION PLAN ECONOMY: Singapore CALENDAR YEAR: 2014 LAST UPDATED: September 2013 Objective: Where appropriate, to self-assess progress against APEC Leaders and Ministers counter-terrorism commitments, and to identify capacity building needs to assist the CTTF to identify priority areas for future cooperation. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1. Summary of main achievements/progress in implementing Leaders and Ministers commitments since last update. A.1 Protect Cargo Singapore is working to create an environment for the secure and efficient movement of goods, services and people across borders, based on the WCO Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade. In addition, Singapore periodically conducts outreach seminars to create awareness on supply chain security and promote STP programmes to companies. A.2 Protect Port Facilities and Ships Engaged in International Voyages Singapore renewed the Statement of Compliance (SoCPF) to the ISPS Code of Port Facilities in Singapore. In addition, Singapore also hosted a number of workshops to raise awareness of piracy in the region and to share best practices to combat piracy in a timely and effective manner and the APEC Self-Assessment Training and Audit Workshop. A.3 Protect International Aviation Singapore fully implemented the 100% Transfer Baggage Screening System (THBS) in July In addition Singapore sent qualified ICAO Universal Security Audit Programme (USAP) Auditors to assist ICAO in auditing other airports and will be facilitating an audit of Changi International Airport in Nov Singapore also put in place a number of measures to safeguard the storage and use of MANPADS by the SAF. A.4 Protect People in Transit Singapore has worked on assuring the highest possible integrity of all government officials who are involved in border operations by developing a 1

3 Code of Conduct to guide officers. Singapore has also started sharing its LSP information with Interpol, and implemented APEC Travel Facilitation Initiative to facilitate regional international travel, while ensuring the security of the overall travel system in B HALTING TERRORIST FINANCING Singapore has put in place domestic legislation that criminalises money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation finance, in line with UN Security Council resolutions. Singapore has also published its National Risk Assessment report on AML/CTF. C PROMOTING CYBER SECURITY Singapore has launched a number of national initiatives, including: (i) the National Cyber Security Masterplan 2018; (ii) increasing cyber security awareness (through the Cyber Security Awareness Campaign in 2014); (iii) strengthening Internet infrastructure; (iv) growing Singapore s pool of infocomm security experts; and (v) expanding international collaboration. 2. Summary of forward work program to implement Leaders and Ministers commitments. A.2 Protect Port Facilities and Ships Engaged in International Voyages Replacement of the Harbour Craft Transponder System (HARTS) to IMO-approved Automatic Identification System B (AIS (B)) Transponder by end A.3 Protect International Aviation Singapore will continue to look into ways of enhancing cargo security and aviation security through our working groups and consultancy studies. B. HALTING TERRORIST FINANCING Singapore is in the process of reviewing our AML/CFT regime in light of revised FATF Standards in 2012, and is preparing for our next mutual evaluation by the FATF in C. PROMOTING CYBER SECURITY 2

4 Over the next five years, the National Cyber Security Masterplan 2018 will guide Singapore s efforts to raise the capability and level of preparedness in the public, private and people sectors to better manage and respond to cyber threats. 3. Summary of capacity building needs and opportunities that would accelerate/strengthen the implementation of APEC Leaders and Ministers commitments by your economy and in the region. A.1 Protect Cargo Singapore would be happy to share best practices and offer training on our initiatives under the Customs-to-Customs and Customs-to-Business Pillars of the WCO SAFE Framework, depending on the availability of resources. A.2 Protect Port Facilities and Ships Engaged in International Voyages Singapore would be happy to share maritime security measures/best practices that Singapore has implemented. A.4 Protect People in Transit Singapore will continue to be supportive of the capacity building efforts undertaken by the BMG. 3

5 A. ENHANCING THE SECURE FLOW OF TRADE AND PEOPLE IN THE APEC REGION A.1 Protect Cargo: Contact Point: Name: _Ivy Chong Title: Head, International Relations Telephone Number: Fax Number: Address: LEADERS AND MINISTERS COMMITMENTS Implement the APEC Framework for Secure Trade (2005). Implement the common standards for electronic customs reporting developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO) that provide data to target high-risk shipments and facilitate trade (2002). Implement as practicable as possible a container security regime that facilitates the smooth flow of trade while enhancing the integrity of containers (2002). Promote private-sector adoption of high standards of supply chain security, as developed by the private sector and law enforcement officials (2002). Continue cooperation between APEC member economies to facilitate trade recovery after a terrorist attack (2006, 2007, 2011). Work towards more consistent security measures that reduce transaction costs, and to enhance cooperation with the private sector (2007, 2011). Complete the APEC Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Best Practices Guidelines Document (2011) Continue work on the Trade Recovery Program to work toward an operational system for ensuring trade recovery and resilience across the region in the wake of natural disasters and other major disruptions, such as terrorist attacks. (2011) MEASURES UNDERTAKEN SINCE LAST UPDATE TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS 1. On the implementation of the APEC Framework for Secure Trade, which is based on the WCO Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade and working to create an environment for the secure and efficient movement of goods, services and people across the borders (BSD-2005), Singapore has put in place a number of elements of the Framework: a) Pillar 1 Customs-to-Customs - Singapore requires the submission of advance electronic declarations prior to the importation or exportation of goods. The information lodged will be used for pre-clearance and targeting purposes. - Singapore adopts risk management in its clearance process so that resources can be devoted to relatively higher risk travellers, goods and conveyances. Risk indicators are constantly being fine-tuned to address security threats. - To strike a good balance between facilitating travel/trade and ensuring a robust security regime at the checkpoints, Singapore adopts a risk-based approach and deploys non-intrusive equipment such as x-ray/gamma-ray at the checkpoints to conduct checks in a non-intrusive and secured manner. - Singapore works towards mutual recognition of her authorised economic operator (AEO) programme, the Secure Trade Partnership (STP) programmes, with other countries to establish the network of global secured supply chains. b) Pillar 2 Customs-to-Business - Singapore has implemented STP on 25 May 2007 and the higher tier STP-Plus on 1 Oct 2008 in partnership with our businesses to help further raise 4

6 the overall level of supply chain security standards in Singapore. The STP programme is consistent with the APEC Framework for Secure Trade and the World Customs Organisation (WCO) SAFE Framework of Standards to secure and facilitate global trade. Singapore will continue to certify companies that meet the requirements under the STP programme. 2. On the implementation of common standards for electronic customs reporting developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO) that provide data to target high-risk shipments and facilitate trade: Singapore uses computerised cargo clearance systems for the clearance/screening of cargoes at the checkpoints. We also adopt risk management techniques for passenger and cargo clearance, and has implemented the Data Warehouse system to assist in collating and analysing information and risk profiling. The SW Singapore (TradeNet version 4.1) adopts the WCO Data Model to facilitate data exchange with other Customs administrations. 3. On the implementation of a container security regime that facilitates smooth flow of trade while enhancing the integrity of containers: - Traders are required to lodge Customs declaration via TradeNet, prior to the importation of goods. The information lodged will be used for preclearance and risk assessment purposes. - Singapore has started working with the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on the Container Security Initiative (CSI) since Mar 2003, to prescreen containers bound for the US. Singapore also participates in the Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) against the global proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction. Singapore also participated in the US Radiation Detection Initiative (RDI) (otherwise known as MegaPorts) where radiation detection equipment would be deployed to detect and counteract the trafficking of nuclear material that may be used to make illicit nuclear weapons. - Singapore has deployed container-scanning facilities such as gamma-ray scanners and other non-intrusive equipment at checkpoints since Feb 2003 as part of the measures to enhance our homeland security. - Customs has the legal power to request for submission of manifest information from traders, either by traditional or electronic means. Singapore will continue to study possible application of new technology to enhance homeland and supply chain security, and Singapore Customs will continue to review our export control regimes. 4. On the promotion of private-sector adoption of high standards of supply chain security, as developed by the private sector and law enforcement officials: Singapore periodically conducts outreach seminars to create awareness on supply chain security and promote the STP programme to companies. We also conduct regular dialogue sessions with traders to update them on changes in the Customs procedures and requirements and seek their feedback. Singapore Customs will continue to engage and partner our companies on issues relating to supply chain security and strategic goods control. 5. On the continued cooperation between APEC member economies to facilitate trade recovery after a terrorist attack and to continue work on the Trade Recovery Program to work toward an operational system for ensuring trade recovery and resilience across the region in the wake of natural disasters and other major disruptions, such as terrorist attacks: Singapore continues to be committed to cooperating with APEC member economies to facilitate trade recovery after a terrorist attack. 5

7 6. On working towards more consistent security measures that reduce transaction costs, and to enhance cooperation with the private sector: Singapore Customs regularly conducts industry outreach and consultation on the requirements of our strategic goods control system and our STP programme, and will continue to consult and engage traders and review our procedures to balance between trade facilitation and trade security. 7. On completing the APEC Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Best Practices Guidelines Document: As we had previously provided inputs to the above Guidelines, Singapore would continue to cooperate with APEC economies to complete it. FURTHER MEASURES PLANNED TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS (indicate timeframe) PLEASE DESCRIBE THE APEC CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES IN WHICH YOUR ECONOMY PARTICIPATED DURING THE LAST YEAR. WHAT BENEFITS DID YOUR ECONOMY DERIVE FROM THESE ACTIVITIES? WHAT FOLLOW-ON ACTIVITIES WOULD BE USEFUL? Nil WHAT SPECIFIC CAPACITY BUILDING NEEDS DOES YOUR ECONOMY HAVE THAT HINDER YOUR ABILITY TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS, AND WHAT CAPACITY BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES COULD BE PROVIDED THROUGH APEC TO ADDRESS THESE NEEDS? PLEASE BE AS SPECIFIC AS POSSIBLE REGARDING THE TYPES OF CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES THAT WOULD BENEFIT YOUR ECONOMY (E.G., SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS, INFORMATION SHARING, BEST PRACTICES, SPECIALIZED TRAINING, ETC.) Specialized training and sharing of best practices on the recognition of dual-use goods from non-intrusive imaging. WHAT KIND OF EXPERTISE AND/OR ASSISTANCE COULD YOUR ECONOMY PROVIDE TO OTHER APEC MEMBERS THAT COULD HELP ADDRESS THEIR CAPACITY BUILDING NEEDS? PLEASE BE AS SPECIFIC AS POSSIBLE REGARDING THE TYPES OF CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES THAT YOUR ECONOMY COULD PROVIDE (E.G., SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS, INFORMATION SHARING, BEST PRACTICES, SPECIALIZED TRAINING, ETC.) Singapore would be happy to share best practices and offer training on our initiatives under the Customs-to-Customs and Customs-to-Business Pillars of the WCO SAFE Framework, depending on availability of resources. 6

8 A.2 Protect Port Facilities and Ships Engaged in International Voyages: Contact Point: Name: _G Alagirisamy Title: Controller (Security) Telephone Number: Fax Number: _ Address:_ LEADERS AND MINISTERS COMMITMENTS Review ship and port facility security plans; automatic identification systems (AIS) installed on certain ships (2004). Support international efforts to fight piracy (2002, 2008). Support the implementation of the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (2004). Cooperation between APEC member economies on training to enhance ship and port security in the region (2002). Cooperate with the International Maritime Organisation on its efforts to undertake an analysis of small boats as potential threats to maritime security (2009). Enhance ability to identify, assess, and share information on threats to transportation facilities, vehicles, people and cargo, to prevent and combat acts of unlawful interference (2011) MEASURES UNDERTAKEN SINCE LAST UPDATE TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS Shared best practices in port security operations at the 11 th ASEAN-Japan Port Security Experts Meeting (Feb 2014) Co-hosted the Nautical Forum 2014 together with the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA) and the Regional Cooperation Agreement to Combat Piracy and Armed Robbery Against Ships in Asia Information Sharing Centre (ReCAAP ISC), to promulgate awareness of the piracy situation in the region and to share best practices to combat piracy in a timely and effective manner (Jan 2014) Renewed Statement of Compliance (SoCPF) to the ISPS Code of Port Facilities in Singapore (2014) Hosted the APEC Self-Assessment Training and Audit Workshop (Aug 2014) FURTHER MEASURES PLANNED TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS (indicate timeframe) Replacement of the Harbour Craft Transponder System (HARTS) to IMO-approved Automatic Identification System B (AIS (B)) Transponder by end of 2016 PLEASE DESCRIBE THE APEC CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES IN WHICH YOUR ECONOMY PARTICIPATED DURING THE LAST YEAR. WHAT BENEFITS DID YOUR ECONOMY DERIVE FROM THESE ACTIVITIES? WHAT FOLLOW-ON ACTIVITIES WOULD BE USEFUL? Self-Assessment Training and Audit Workshop (Aug 2014) o Participants, including Singapore, gained an in-depth knowledge on audit methodology, including identifying key auditing areas for their respective port facility. o Strengthened networking ties for port security practitioners in the region 7

9 WHAT SPECIFIC CAPACITY BUILDING NEEDS DOES YOUR ECONOMY HAVE THAT HINDER YOUR ABILITY TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS, AND WHAT CAPACITY BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES COULD BE PROVIDED THROUGH APEC TO ADDRESS THESE NEEDS? PLEASE BE AS SPECIFIC AS POSSIBLE REGARDING THE TYPES OF CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES THAT WOULD BENEFIT YOUR ECONOMY (E.G., SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS, INFORMATION SHARING, BEST PRACTICES, SPECIALIZED TRAINING, ETC.) Nil WHAT KIND OF EXPERTISE AND/OR ASSISTANCE COULD YOUR ECONOMY PROVIDE TO OTHER APEC MEMBERS THAT COULD HELP ADDRESS THEIR CAPACITY BUILDING NEEDS? PLEASE BE AS SPECIFIC AS POSSIBLE REGARDING THE TYPES OF CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES THAT YOUR ECONOMY COULD PROVIDE (E.G., SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS, INFORMATION SHARING, BEST PRACTICES, SPECIALIZED TRAINING, ETC.) Share maritime security measures/best practices that Singapore has implemented. 8

10 A.3 Protect International Aviation: Contact Point: Name: _ Lee Liang Chye Title: _ Head Operations/Airport Police Division Telephone Number: Fax Number: Address: : lee_liang_chye@spf.gov.sg Emergency Aviation Security Point of Contact: Name: Duty Team Leader Title: Duty Team Leader Telephone Number: Fax Number: Address: NA LEADERS AND MINISTERS COMMITMENTS Introduce highly effective baggage screening procedures and equipment in all APEC international airports as soon as possible; and accelerate implementation of standards for reinforced flight deck doors for passenger aircraft wherever possible (2002). Support International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) mandatory aviation security audits (2002, 2009). Enhance air cargo security by promoting adoption of the guidelines developed by the ICAO (2002). Examine emerging approaches to air cargo security; share information on efficient screening technologies and training; and harmonise aviation security measures (2009). Adopt strict domestic export controls on Man-Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS); secure stockpiles; regulate production, transfer, and brokering; ban transfers to nonstate end-users; and exchange information in support of these efforts (2003). APEC economies which did not do so before 2007 to conduct one MANPADS assessment of a major international airport using the MANPADS Vulnerability Assessment (MVA) guide established by the ICAO or similar international guidelines (2005). Work towards continuous improvement of aviation security oversight and quality control (2009). Implement effective capacity building programs for air cargo and air traveller protection, which help develop institutions and mobilize expertise and resources efficiently (2010). MEASURES UNDERTAKEN SINCE LAST UPDATE TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS 100 % Transfer Baggage Screening System (THBS) was fully implemented in July Security Directives have been issued to the airlines to ensure that the cockpit doors are locked from inside and only accessible to authorised staff. Singapore has sent qualified ICAO Universal Security Audit Programme (USAP) Auditors to assist ICAO in auditing Brunei, Mauritius and Brunei Airports. In addition, we have facilitated ICAO s Audit of Changi International Airport in Nov 2012 which Singapore had been awarded very good results. The Regulated Air Cargo Agent Regime (RCAR) was implemented on 1 April 2008 with the aim to regulate cargo on passenger flights departing from Singapore. The regime requires that a 100% screening of cargo that is put on the passenger plane. However, cargo agents can apply to be a recognised regulated air cargo agent (RCA) under the RCAR and enjoy a lower percentage of screening based on a risk management approach. Such RCAs are approved after the Appropriate Authority (AA) of Aviation Security is satisfied that the security measures put in place by them are assessed to be robust and consistent with their Regulated Air Cargo Agent Security Programme (RACASP). The Cargo Terminal Operators (SATS & dnata) are also audited by the AA in accordance to the Security Directive for Airfreight Terminal Operators to ensure that their cargo screening and security measures are up to the required standard. An Air Cargo Security Workgroup had been formed to look into enhancing the 9

11 RCAR. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) had jointly conducted an assessment of potential MANPADS launch sites at Changi International Airport with Singapore in March Identified launch sites have been secured by perimeter fencing, supported by frequent patrols that have been in place since the study was conducted. Security Regulatory Branch was formed on 1 March 2010 to ensure the airport entities are compliant to the security standards set and recommend rectifications to close the gaps (if any). Through the years, the SRB has intensified their Quality Control inspections as well as build up a bigger library of simulated threat objects and knowledge base, to keep abreast with the evolving security threats (where methods and threat items used by terrorists are constantly changing) Singapore has in place a number of measures to safeguard the storage and use of MANPADS by the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF). The SAF has in place stringent control measures to safeguard its MANPADS inventory, such as access controls into and perimeter defences around depots that store MANPADS, regular stock checks on its MANPADS stockpile, and various security controls on the transportation of its MANPADS. FURTHER MEASURES PLANNED TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS (indicate timeframe) Working groups and consultancy studies are in place to look into ways of enhancing cargo security and aviation security. Some examples are : a) Working Group on Next Generation Air Cargo Checkpoint (led by CAAS and members from APD, MHA, MOT, SC, ICA) b) Inter-agency work group to study the feasibility of extending the RCAR programme to all-cargo aircraft. (led by APD and members from CAAS, EDB and CAG) c) Working Group on Next Generation Passenger Checkpoint. Item a A study of the Next Generation Air Cargo Checkpoint was initiated by CAAS under the National Air Transport Facilitation Committee (NATFC) in early It aims to review and close existing gaps in the infrastructure design, security and border clearance processes of the existing air cargo checkpoints and to conceptualize a Next Generation Air Cargo Checkpoint Model (NGACCM) for implementation in Singapore s context in the long term so as to ensure smooth trade facilitation and future sustainability. The study shall propose solutions/actions to be taken and the roles played by each agency in meeting the objectives of the future model. The study also aims to synchronize various components of cargo processes, namely people, processes and infrastructures work together to secure air cargo, ensure smooth trade and enhance the handling capability of the checkpoint. The study is expected to be completed in Feb Item b The Air Cargo Security work group was formed in Feb 13 to conduct a review of the air cargo security policies and arrangements in Singapore. Changes in the air cargo environment and compliance with the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Annex 17 were key considerations of the work group s studies and recommendations. The work group presented its preliminary findings and recommendations during the NCASC meeting on 28 Aug 13. The work group will submit its final report to NCASC in Sep

12 Item c Singapore conducted a study in 2013, to conceptualise Next Generation Passenger Checkpoint Models for Changi Airport, with the aim of reducing the reliance on manpower, streamlining current security and facilitation processes, improving productivity, enhancing operational efficiencies, and ensuring future sustainability of its future and current terminals. The study has since been completed, and CAAS is working with the relevant agencies, such as SPF, ICA, and CAG, on the deployment of new technologies, the automation of processes, the centralisation of resources, and other initiatives shared below. Several initiatives/ projects are being explored, which when implemented, will contribute to enhancing both cargo and aviation security. Some examples are: a) Network X-ray screening b) Centralisation of pre-board screening c) Use of biometrics for identity authentication d) Centralisation and sharing of information and resources, which can contribute to more security situational awareness PLEASE DESCRIBE THE APEC CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES IN WHICH YOUR ECONOMY PARTICIPATED DURING THE LAST YEAR. WHAT BENEFITS DID YOUR ECONOMY DERIVE FROM THESE ACTIVITIES? WHAT FOLLOW-ON ACTIVITIES WOULD BE USEFUL? MOT had coordinated with the Philippines Civil Aviation Authority to conduct exchange visits between Singapore and Philippines to enhance the QC capabilities of both countries. The exchange visits had been successfully conducted in Aug 2014 and officers from both countries have benefited much through ground visits and sharing of best practices. The exchange visits by both delegations provided a platform for an independent, third party assessment of the AVSEC quality control process practised in the APEC economy, which allowed for participants to recognise and identify potential areas for enhancement in the processes. It also provided the opportunity for AVSEC Inspectors to interact, exchange ideas and good practices in AVSEC quality control processes. The benefits of the mutual visits has the potential to foster the development of a common, harmonised approach to AVSEC quality control processes across APEC economies and to develop a best practices guide following the mutual exchange visits, which would provide the opportunity for other APEC economies to contribute to the development of best practices in AVSEC quality control. WHAT SPECIFIC CAPACITY BUILDING NEEDS DOES YOUR ECONOMY HAVE THAT HINDER YOUR ABILITY TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS, AND WHAT CAPACITY BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES COULD BE PROVIDED THROUGH APEC TO ADDRESS THESE NEEDS? PLEASE BE AS SPECIFIC AS POSSIBLE REGARDING THE TYPES OF CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES THAT WOULD BENEFIT YOUR ECONOMY (E.G., SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS, INFORMATION SHARING, BEST PRACTICES, SPECIALIZED TRAINING, ETC.) 11

13 WHAT KIND OF EXPERTISE AND/OR ASSISTANCE COULD YOUR ECONOMY PROVIDE TO OTHER APEC MEMBERS THAT COULD HELP ADDRESS THEIR CAPACITY BUILDING NEEDS? PLEASE BE AS SPECIFIC AS POSSIBLE REGARDING THE TYPES OF CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES THAT YOUR ECONOMY COULD PROVIDE (E.G., SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS, INFORMATION SHARING, BEST PRACTICES, SPECIALIZED TRAINING, ETC.) 12

14 A.4 Protect People in Transit: Contact Point: Name: Jackson Tan Title: Deputy Head (International Affairs and Legislation), Immigration and Checkpoints Authority Telephone Number: Fax Number: Address: LEADERS AND MINISTERS COMMITMENTS Implement as expeditiously as possible an Advance Passenger Information system for the collection and transmission of advance passenger information (2002). Consider joining the Regional Movement Alert System (RMAS) (2006). Adopt and implement agreed standards for machine readable travel documents, and application of biometrics in entry and (where applicable) exit procedures and travel documents consistent with ICAO and the International Standards Organization (2002). Assure the highest possible integrity of all government officials who are involved in border operations (2002). Develop a standardized strategic safety and security master plan for tourists, a crisis management model, and promote the development by industry of simple-to-use safety and security measures for tourism businesses (2002). Voluntarily provide information on lost and stolen travel documents to the existing database of the International Criminal and Police Organization (ICPO-Interpol) on a best endeavours basis (2005). Implement APEC Travel Facilitation Initiative to facilitate regional international travel, while ensuring the security of the overall travel system. (2011) MEASURES UNDERTAKEN SINCE LAST UPDATE TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS Implement as expeditiously as possible an Advance Passenger Information system for the collection and transmission of advance passenger information (2002). Singapore has commenced the trial project for the Advance Passenger System (without directive) in May The trial was extended from Dec 2009 to end Dec With the conclusion of the trial in Dec 2010, Singapore is now in the pilot phase where we intend to invite more carriers onboard the program. Consider joining the Regional Movement Alert System (RMAS) (2006). The Immigration & Checkpoints Authority has adopted the MIND system which is also used for the purpose of screening suspicious passports to determine if they are lost or stolen. ICA will review its use of the MIND system before moving on to explore the use of other systems such as the RMAS. Adopt and implement agreed standards for machine readable travel documents, and application of biometrics in entry and (where applicable) exit procedures and travel documents consistent with ICAO and the International Standards Organization (2002). 13

15 All Singapore passports issued in Singapore on and after 2 Jan 1991 are machine readable (with the exception of those issued by our overseas missions which were non-machine readable). Since 18 Oct 1999, Singapore has stopped issuing non-machine readable passports completely. Singapore introduced biometric passports that are compliant with ICAO s standards in Aug Singapore International Passports are compliant with ICAO s standards. Singapore is one of the five founding members for ICAO Public Key Directory (PKD) which has been set up to promote the use of public key infrastructure system for global interoperability of the validation system for e-passports. Singapore together with the other 5 countries i.e. Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, UK and US became the members of the PKD Board in Mar Singapore has been re-elected as a member in the PKD Board for another 3 years with effect from Nov Assuring the highest possible integrity of all government officials who are involved in border operations. Singapore already has a civil service-wide code of conduct in place. All public officers are required to make annual declarations of investment and indebtedness. ICA officers are also subject to the requirements set out in the Home Team Code of Conduct. In addition, ICA has developed a Code of Conduct to guide officers on ethical and integrity issues as well as professional conduct matters. ICA has developed a shared vision and guiding principles for discipline to nurture a culture of discipline within the department. ICA also has a structured posting programme for all officers to encourage professional development. Training on integrity and professional conduct issues are currently provided to all ICA officers, including those who work at the checkpoints. Messages stressing the importance of integrity are communicated to ICA officers through publicity efforts, e.g. anti-corruption video. Checkpoint officers are given regular rotation at the counters. Pocket books are issued to all officers to declare any cash possessed by the officers before and after their duty. There is a Performance Review Branch in ICA to audit the procedures and practices. Teams conduct postclearance checks to ensure quality of clearance decisions. This ensures that the integrity of ICA officers is not compromised. ICA has been and will continue to monitor disciplinary cases closely so that timely and appropriate actions can be taken. Officers are also regularly reminded of the need to maintain integrity and professionalism at all times. Voluntarily provide information on lost and stolen travel documents to the existing database of the International Criminal and Police Organization (ICPO-Interpol) on a best endeavours basis (2005). Having established the linkage with Interpol s Stolen and Lost Travel Documents (SLTD) database in 2007, Singapore has started sharing its LSP information with Interpol. Implement APEC Travel Facilitation Initiative to facilitate regional international travel, while ensuring the security of the overall travel 14

16 system (2011). ICA is currently in talks with the United States (US) to work towards a Bilateral Trusted Traveller Arrangement between Singapore and the US that was mentioned by President Obama during the APEC Economic Leaders Meeting (AELM) in Honolulu from Nov FURTHER MEASURES PLANNED TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS (indicate timeframe) PLEASE DESCRIBE THE APEC CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES IN WHICH YOUR ECONOMY PARTICIPATED DURING THE LAST YEAR. WHAT BENEFITS DID YOUR ECONOMY DERIVE FROM THESE ACTIVITIES? WHAT FOLLOW-ON ACTIVITIES WOULD BE USEFUL? WHAT SPECIFIC CAPACITY BUILDING NEEDS DOES YOUR ECONOMY HAVE THAT HINDER YOUR ABILITY TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS, AND WHAT CAPACITY BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES COULD BE PROVIDED THROUGH APEC TO ADDRESS THESE NEEDS? PLEASE BE AS SPECIFIC AS POSSIBLE REGARDING THE TYPES OF CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES THAT WOULD BENEFIT YOUR ECONOMY (E.G., SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS, INFORMATION SHARING, BEST PRACTICES, SPECIALIZED TRAINING, ETC.) WHAT KIND OF EXPERTISE AND/OR ASSISTANCE COULD YOUR ECONOMY PROVIDE TO OTHER APEC MEMBERS THAT COULD HELP ADDRESS THEIR CAPACITY BUILDING NEEDS? PLEASE BE AS SPECIFIC AS POSSIBLE REGARDING THE TYPES OF CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES THAT YOUR ECONOMY COULD PROVIDE (E.G., SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS, INFORMATION SHARING, BEST PRACTICES, SPECIALIZED TRAINING, ETC.) ICA/Singapore has been supportive of the capacity building efforts undertaken by the BMG. We have shared on relevant topics at the conference and seminars that were organised under the auspices of the BMG. In conjunction with Singapore's hosting of APEC 2009, ICA hosted the Identification and Border Control Workshop from 4-5 Aug The Workshop was aligned with the BMG s direction of seeking to build the capacity of APEC economies to accelerate, on a best endeavours basis, work towards adopting International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards on e-passports and supporting infrastructure to enhance border security for business people across the APEC economies. Among others, the Workshop also provided a platform for representatives of APEC member economies to discuss pertinent issues relating to border control to augment border control capabilities. 15

17 A.5 Combat Threats to Security: Contact Point: Name: Title: Telephone Number: Fax Number: Address: LEADERS AND MINISTERS COMMITMENTS Review progress on commitments to dismantle trans-national terrorist groups (2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008). Eliminate the severe and growing danger posed by the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery by strengthened non-proliferation regimes and adopting and enforcing effective export controls (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006) as well as take appropriate individual and joint actions to protect legitimate financial and commercial system from abuse (2006). Ensure that any measures taken to combat terrorism comply with all relevant obligations under international law, in particular international human rights, refugee and humanitarian law (2005). Relevant economies to take steps towards the ratification and implementation of, or the commitment to ratify all basic universal antiterrorist conventions (2004, 2008). Increase and better coordinate counter-terrorism activities, where appropriate, through effective collaboration, technical assistance and capacity building, and cooperation between APEC s Counter-Terrorism Task Force with relevant international, regional and functional organizations (2003) in accordance with the relevant APEC rules and practices. Relevant economies to implement the International Atomic Energy Agency Code of Conduct on the Safety and Security of Radioactive Sources as well as the Guidance on the Import and Export of Radioactive Sources (2005). Continue efforts and cooperation on food defense to mitigate the terrorist threat to the food supply following the voluntary APEC Food Defence Principles (2007). Implement the APEC Consolidated Counter-Terrorism and Secure Trade Strategy to make regional commerce and travel more secure, efficient, and resilient (2011). MEASURES UNDERTAKEN SINCE LAST UPDATE TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS FURTHER MEASURES PLANNED TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS (indicate timeframe) PLEASE DESCRIBE THE APEC CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES IN WHICH YOUR ECONOMY PARTICIPATED DURING THE LAST YEAR. WHAT BENEFITS DID YOUR ECONOMY DERIVE FROM THESE ACTIVITIES? WHAT FOLLOW-ON ACTIVITIES WOULD BE USEFUL? WHAT SPECIFIC CAPACITY BUILDING NEEDS DOES YOUR ECONOMY HAVE THAT HINDER YOUR ABILITY TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS, AND WHAT CAPACITY BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES COULD BE PROVIDED THROUGH APEC TO ADDRESS THESE NEEDS? PLEASE BE AS SPECIFIC AS POSSIBLE REGARDING THE TYPES OF CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES THAT WOULD BENEFIT YOUR ECONOMY (E.G., SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS, INFORMATION SHARING, BEST PRACTICES, SPECIALIZED TRAINING, ETC.) 16

18 WHAT KIND OF EXPERTISE AND/OR ASSISTANCE COULD YOUR ECONOMY PROVIDE TO OTHER APEC MEMBERS THAT COULD HELP ADDRESS THEIR CAPACITY BUILDING NEEDS? PLEASE BE AS SPECIFIC AS POSSIBLE REGARDING THE TYPES OF CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES THAT YOUR ECONOMY COULD PROVIDE (E.G., SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS, INFORMATION SHARING, BEST PRACTICES, SPECIALIZED TRAINING, ETC.) 17

19 B. HALTING TERRORIST FINANCING: Contact Point: Name: Tan Puay Seng Title: Senior Assistant Director Telephone Number: (65) Fax Number: - Address: tan_puay_seng@mha.gov.sg LEADERS AND MINISTERS COMMITMENTS Cut off terrorists access to the international financial and commercial system, including by implementing standards and agreements on combating terrorist financing and money laundering (2002, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009). Enhance law enforcement and regulatory capabilities by establishing or identifying a financial intelligence unit (FIU) in each member economy, and enhancing information sharing with other FIUs (2002). Relevant economies to implement UN and other international instruments (2002). Implement, where applicable, the FATF s Special Recommendations on terrorist financing, including those relating to non-profit organizations, alternative remittance systems and illicit cash couriers (2002, 2008). MEASURES UNDERTAKEN SINCE LAST UPDATE TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS As a member of the UN as well as the FATF, Singapore has put in place necessary domestic legislation that criminalises money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation financing. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has issued Regulations pursuant to the adoption of the UN Security Council s Resolutions; this is complemented by MAS Notices on Prevention of Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing which set out the FATF s Recommendations as legally binding and enforceable requirements on financial institutions. Compliance with the MAS Regulations and Notices are regularly monitored through a rigorous on-site and off-site supervisory regime. Singapore s AML/CFT measures are detailed in the following: a) Mutual Evaluation report 2008 (Singapore) b) Exit report from follow-up to the 2008 FATF Mutual Evaluation (Singapore - Feb 2011) To address terrorism financing, Singapore introduced the Terrorism (Suppression of Financing) Act in 2002, so as to deter and counter terrorism financing in Singapore. It is an offence to (i) provide or collect property for terrorist acts, (ii) provide property and services for terrorist purposes, (iii) use or possess property for terrorist purposes, (iv) use or possess property for terrorist purposes or (v) deal with property of terrorist. In Aug 2013, the TSOFA was amended to enhance the overall effectiveness of Singapore s counter-terrorism financing regime and strengthen Singapore s compliance with the FATF recommendations. The maximum penalties for the terrorism financing offences in the TSOFA were raised for stronger deterrence effect. Under the amended TSOFA, individuals found to have committed a terrorism financing offence under TSOFA are liable to a maximum fine of $500,000 and/or maximum imprisonment term of 10 years, while entities found to have committed a terrorism financing offence 18

20 are liable to a maximum fine of $1 million dollars. The amended TSOFA also includes a new provision that criminalises the disclosure of information that prejudices investigation of a terrorist financing offence. In addition, a new provision is included in the TSOFA to protect the identity of informers during legal proceedings. Singapore has also facilitated technical assistance and training related to AML/CFT. This included organizing the International Economic Crime Conference 2014 which was attended by regulatory, financial intelligence unit, law enforcement and prosecution officers from ASEAN members and regional countries, and hosting visits from foreign agencies and sharing on Singapore s AML/CFT regime, including visits by: the Myanmar Union Attorney General s Office (UAGO) prosecutor and delegates from the Saudi Arabia Bureau of Investigation and Prosecution. On 10 January 2014, Singapore published its first National Risk Assessment (NRA) report on ML/TF. The assessment found that many sectors have in place a robust regime to combat money laundering and terrorist financing. The regime is grounded in tough regulations, rigorous supervision, and effective enforcement. Nonetheless, there are a number of areas where controls need to be strengthened, and efforts are underway to address them. FURTHER MEASURES PLANNED TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS (indicate timeframe) Singapore is the process of reviewing our AML/CFT regime in light of the revised FATF Standards in 2012, and is preparing for our next mutual evaluation by the FATF in PLEASE DESCRIBE THE APEC CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES IN WHICH YOUR ECONOMY PARTICIPATED DURING THE LAST YEAR. WHAT BENEFITS DID YOUR ECONOMY DERIVE FROM THESE ACTIVITIES? WHAT FOLLOW-ON ACTIVITIES WOULD BE USEFUL? In 2012 and 2013, Singapore participated in the following CTF-related capability building activities. Our representatives included officers from the FIU, AML/CFT investigation specialist units and regulators, where relevant. These representatives obtained a better understanding of the pertinent issues and best practises, shared the contents of the training with their colleagues and made recommendations on enhancing their work, wherever relevant. Date Activity Name Organizer (Location) Remarks International Economic Crime Conference Commercial Affairs Department (Singapore) January 2014 Attended by regulatory, financial intelligence unit, law enforcement and prosecution officers from ASEAN members and regional countries 19

21 11 June 2014 Visit of Myanmar UAGO Prosecutor Attorney General s Chambers (Singapore) 18 August Visit by delegates from Saudi Arabia Bureau Ministry of Home Affairs 2014 of Investigation & Prosecution (Singapore) Singapore shared on Singapore s AML/CFT legislation Singapore shared on Singapore s AML/CFT legislation WHAT SPECIFIC CAPACITY BUILDING NEEDS DOES YOUR ECONOMY HAVE THAT HINDER YOUR ABILITY TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS, AND WHAT CAPACITY BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES COULD BE PROVIDED THROUGH APEC TO ADDRESS THESE NEEDS? PLEASE BE AS SPECIFIC AS POSSIBLE REGARDING THE TYPES OF CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES THAT WOULD BENEFIT YOUR ECONOMY (E.G., SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS, INFORMATION SHARING, BEST PRACTICES, SPECIALIZED TRAINING, ETC.) NA WHAT KIND OF EXPERTISE AND/OR ASSISTANCE COULD YOUR ECONOMY PROVIDE TO OTHER APEC MEMBERS THAT COULD HELP ADDRESS THEIR CAPACITY BUILDING NEEDS? PLEASE BE AS SPECIFIC AS POSSIBLE REGARDING THE TYPES OF CAPACITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES THAT YOUR ECONOMY COULD PROVIDE (E.G., SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS, INFORMATION SHARING, BEST PRACTICES, SPECIALIZED TRAINING, ETC.) Seminar/workshops 20

22 C. PROMOTING CYBER SECURITY: Contact Point: Name: _Martin Khoo Title: Deputy Director, Infocomm Security & Assurance, Infocomm Development Authority Telephone Number: Fax Number: Address: LEADERS AND MINISTERS COMMITMENTS Countering terrorism by implementing and enhancing critical information infrastructure protection and cyber security to ensure a trusted, secure and sustainable online environment (2002). Enhance mutual cooperation on countering malicious online activities and engage in efforts to increase cybersecurity awareness (2010). MEASURES UNDERTAKEN SINCE LAST UPDATE TO IMPLEMENT COMMITMENTS As Singapore draws closer to its goal of achieving ubiquitous high-speed connectivity and pervasive use of infocomm, security becomes an important issue for businesses and end users transacting and interacting online. IDA is concerned with cyber threats and has implemented measures to mitigate them. Such measures are long term and continually evolving with technologies. Highlights of Recent Achievements Launch of National Cyber Security Masterplan 2018 Announcing the launch of the five-year National Cyber Security Masterplan 2018 at the Information Security Seminar 2013, Minister for Communications and Information Dr Yaacob Ibrahim said, "Adopting a collaborative approach across the public, private and people sectors, the Masterplan will enhance the security of Singapore's critical infocomm infrastructure and address the security of businesses and individuals. This will create a truly robust infocomm ecosystem and improve our quality of lives." The Masterplan will focus on three key areas to develop Singapore as a trusted and robust infocomm hub by First, it will enhance security and resilience of critical infocomm infrastructure which includes conducting new cross-sector exercises to improve overall resilience of infrastructure and services. Second, efforts will be increased to promote infocomm security adoption among end-users and businesses by leveraging publicity channels and collaborating with industry and trade associations. The last key area is to grow Singapore's pool of infocomm security experts through working with Institutes of Higher Learning and industry partners in training and developing more students and professionals in infocomm security. Cyber Security Awareness A series of outreach activities were held under the year-long Cyber Security Awareness Campaign in The first being the NISEC competitions, 21

23 which were held between May to September. Themed Be Digitally Savvy, Stay Cyber Safe!, NISEC encourages individuals to secure their online identity, computers, mobile and wireless devices at all places, such as home and public places. Three competitions were held for NISEC 2014, including the 3D Model Competition, Multimedia Design Competition and Zero Day Defence Competition. Open to all primary school students, the 3D model competition served to invoke the creativity of students in translating infocomm security tips and measures into an illustrative form (e.g. board games, 3D models, etc). The Multimedia Competition, on the other hand, served to invoke the creativity of students in translating infocomm security tips into animated videos. A 5-day boot camp was also held to empower the participants with the skills to develop their videos. Last but not least, the Zero Day Defence Competition which targets tertiary students, aimed to equip participants with skills to develop secure websites, and instil in them the understanding on the need to have secure websites through a web application penetration challenge. NISEC 2014 had a total of 396 participants. To reach out to the businesses to raise their awareness and adoption of cyber security measures, a one-day Cyber Security Business Exchange was held on 1 October, targeting 600 small and medium businesses. From 9 to 12 October, an exhibition for the general public, named Cyber Security Expo, was also held at a shopping mall (Marina Square) to raise awareness on cyber security threats and best practises to individuals. The annual Infocomm Security Seminar 2014 was held from August 2014 at Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre with over 800 attendees on the first day seminar, and 150 attendees on the second day technical workshops. Themed Security of Our Cyber Environment Challenges of the Mobile Workspace, the seminar centres on sensitising the Public and Private sectors on the need to heighten vigilance in securing organisations digital information, and to build capabilities to prepare against ever evolving infocomm security threats. Secure & Resilient Internet Infrastructure The Infocomm sector is a key sector in Singapore. Singapore is one of the most wired nations in the world. As Singapore grows in our reliance on the Internet, the risk posed by cyber-attacks also grows in sophistication. It is thus crucial to establish infocomm security measures against prevalent and emergent cyber threats and further enhance the security situational awareness of Singapore s Internet infrastructure. While Singapore s Internet Service Providers (ISPs) are already paying attention to security issues, IDA is strengthening our engagement with ISPs to further secure our Internet infrastructure to co-create sustainable infocomm security measures that ISPs can implement. The Secure and Resilient Internet Infrastructure (SRII) programme aims to bolster the security of the nation's internet infrastructure against cyber threats through the issuance of early warnings and undertaking of appropriate pre-emptive actions. Code of Practice An Internet Service Provider (ISP) Code of Practice on infocomm security that is aligned with international standards and best practices has been issued by IDA. The Code of Practice has been incorporated into the telecommunications regulatory framework and sets specific security controls and outcomes to ensure that essential security is maintained to deal with current and emerging cyber threats. Periodic audits will be conducted by IDA to ensure that ISPs observe the Code of Practice. 22

24 Information Sharing among ISPs To further raise the level of infocomm security readiness and response, sharing of infocomm security information among ISPs is established through the coordination of IDA. This allows ISPs and IDA to make more informed decisions so that early warning to emerging cyber threats can be developed and appropriate pre-emptive measures can be taken. The ISPs are also involved in cyber security exercises to ensure preparedness for cyber security incidents. International Collaborations As part of the efforts to develop Singapore s infocomm security capabilities and to enhance cyber security situational awareness, IDA had continued to hold regular exchanges and sharing of information with its international counterparts in Asia Pacific region and around the world. The Meridian Process is an international platform for senior government policy makers to discuss issues on Critical Infocomm Infrastructure Protection (CIIP). Singapore has been participating in the Meridian Process since 2006 and hosted the conference in 2008 and is a permanent member of Meridian Programme Committee (PC). Singapore/IDA has founded and led the ASEAN Computer Emergency Response Teams Incident Drill (ACID) cyber security exercise among ASEAN countries and dialogue partners since 2006 IDA has also collaborated with Japan for a series of cyber security capacity-building and information sharing workshops for ASEAN: The 6 th ASEAN-Japan Government Network Security Workshop was held in Singapore from 27 th -28 th August Singapore co-chaired the workshop with Japan. Singapore participated as a member of a Critical Infocomm Infrastructure (CII) Expert Panel to develop a set of guidelines to help ASEAN member states think through the process of identifying and securing their CIIs. The draft of the guideline was discussed at the workshop and inputs gathered will be incorporated to produce the first version for endorsement at the 7 th ASEAN-Japan Information Security Policy Meeting in Tokyo from 7 th -9 th October Growing Singapore s pool of Infocomm Security Experts The threat posed by increasingly sophisticated cyber attacks is exacerbated by the shortage of highly skilled defenders. This shortage is not unique to Singapore, and the number of infocomm security professionals comprised less than one percent of the Singapore s total infocomm industry workforce in Infocomm security experts are needed to devise ways to detect and deter ever-evolving attack methods, as well as administer appropriate IT security governance for organisations. Under the Masterplan, initiatives are advanced to improve cybersecurity expertise in Singapore at different levels: 23