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SINGAPORE: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said enhancing the country's homeland security is an ongoing effort - with the maritime, aviation and public transport security measures constantly reviewed and strengthened.
Singapore Police have stepped-up security measures at the airport, following an attempt by a Nigerian to blow up a US jetliner on Christmas Day.
This is in line with measures imposed by the US Transportation Security Administration.
MHA said all passengers flying direct to US will be subject to pat-down searches and their hand-carries manually checked before boarding.
The ministry added that police is monitoring the situation closely and will adjust the measures to commensurate with the threat situation.
It said since the 911-incident, the government has taken a series of measures to enhance the safety and security of Singapore. These include stepped-up checks at border checkpoints and measures to protect Singapore's key installations.
MHA said the recent attempted air-borne attack has shown that the responsibility of security not only lies with the police but the public as well.
- CNA/sc
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