Terrorist Threat in Singapore
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Do you think that we're going too far?
First we had trash cans inconspiciously removed from bus interchanges and MRT stations.
Then we have the announcements telling us not to leave our belongings unattended, and the pictures.. Who can forget a picture of a teddy bear sitting on the floor, looking cute? What kind of a message are we giving here?
The increase of armed patrols in public places, now in orchard road as well, and residential areas.
The introduction of CCTVs.
Just some examples that the government has introduced.
Do you think its effective? Do you think the government is being too extreme?
Comments anyone? -
Dustbin @ Bus Int and MRT Stn is to prevent the IRA style of bombing airports and streats by placing bombs in dustbinOriginally posted by _Aaron_:Do you think that we're going too far?
First we had trash cans inconspiciously removed from bus interchanges and MRT stations.
Then we have the announcements telling us not to leave our belongings unattended, and the pictures.. Who can forget a picture of a teddy bear sitting on the floor, looking cute? What kind of a message are we giving here?
The increase of armed patrols in public places, now in orchard road as well, and residential areas.
The introduction of CCTVs.
Just some examples that the government has introduced.
Do you think its effective? Do you think the government is being too extreme?
Comments anyone? -
That is assuming, bombs are easily planted in Singapore.
I don't really know how to make a bomb, but is it that easy?
And i've been seeing some trash cans back now, not to mention that back in the period when trash cans were scarce, there were still a few lying around.
This isn't a precautionary measure at all i feel. -
IRA's way too rusty liao, but never done in SG mah...Originally posted by _Aaron_:That is assuming, bombs are easily planted in Singapore.
I don't really know how to make a bomb, but is it that easy?
And i've been seeing some trash cans back now, not to mention that back in the period when trash cans were scarce, there were still a few lying around.
This isn't a precautionary measure at all i feel. -
Minister calls for multi-faceted response to counter maritime security threat
Minister of State for Defence Cedric Foo has warned that threats to maritime security, whether through the shutting down of ports or major waterways, could paralyse the international economy.
And given the complex nature of the challenges ahead, a multi-faceted response is needed.
Opening a conference on maritime security in Singapore this morning, Mr Foo stressed that the issue (of maritime security) takes on an added dimension of importance in this region.
Some of the world's most important shipping lanes and trade routes straddle Southeast Asia.
And the Malacca and Singapore straits, as a natural geographical "chokepoint" connecting the economies of Asia with those of South Asia, the Middle East and Europe, are especially vulnerable.
Singapore has therefore been encouraged by the growing international consensus on the strategic importance of regional maritime security, and the various concrete initiatives that have emerged of late.
Mr Foo said we need to bring together the littoral states, the key user states, international organisations like the IMO, and even the shipping industry and MNCs if we are to find robust and comprehensive solutions to address the key imperatives of security and economics. - CNA -
You can learn how to when you go serve NS.Originally posted by _Aaron_:That is assuming, bombs are easily planted in Singapore.
I don't really know how to make a bomb, but is it that easy?
And i've been seeing some trash cans back now, not to mention that back in the period when trash cans were scarce, there were still a few lying around.
This isn't a precautionary measure at all i feel.
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seriously, terrorists' attacks cannot be prevent. there a 1001 ways of terrors. u prevent 1, there's another 1000. if we remove bins, there's always suicide bombers. as for the extra security, it is meant for deterrence. but, if a bomb-filled vehicle came crashing to a building, u think the police can stop them?
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in that case, you must build more tesla coilsOriginally posted by skyfoo:seriously, terrorists' attacks cannot be prevent. there a 1001 ways of terrors. u prevent 1, there's another 1000. if we remove bins, there's always suicide bombers. as for the extra security, it is meant for deterrence. but, if a bomb-filled vehicle came crashing to a building, u think the police can stop them? -
It is extremely easy. Instructions for making bombs can be found on the internet and the resources needed can be easily purchased from NTUC, Guardian, and any agriculturial shop. If you want to make the thingy more potent, you can make a cylinder bomb {which has been done before and killed many}.Originally posted by _Aaron_:That is assuming, bombs are easily planted in Singapore.
I don't really know how to make a bomb, but is it that easy?
And i've been seeing some trash cans back now, not to mention that back in the period when trash cans were scarce, there were still a few lying around.
This isn't a precautionary measure at all i feel.
My CSM was a explosive specialist and he showed us different methods of explosive construction. It is not difficult really. Hence, I support the removal of dustbins. I rather walk an extra 100m to dispose my rubbish then to have a potential bomb next to me when I am in the MRT. -
if people wanna bomb, there is no way u can stop it....history has shown.
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Yeap. At most people put down one plastic bag there...Originally posted by chunyong:if people wanna bomb, there is no way u can stop it....history has shown.
We still die
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this is not red alert 2Originally posted by the.raven:in that case, you must build more tesla coils
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well...at least something was done to assuage perceived public uneasiness...whether the measures are effective or not
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Soon we'll have cctv's in our homes =)Originally posted by poon cho tang:well...at least something was done to assuage perceived public uneasiness...whether the measures are effective or not -
great...everitt roads everywhereOriginally posted by _Aaron_:Soon we'll have cctv's in our homes =)
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Doesn't really bother me that theres no more dustbin or having cctvs.
I don't think its directed at any threat la, its more like erm... for show u know
just for u to see only
make u and our tourist frens feel 'safer' -
it's better to be safe than sorry.
i think sg government is doing a great job. -
I supporet any preventive measures.. i dun wish to have to see n pick up my limbs 10m away.. ala saving private ryan..
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One good spin-off is tons of security related jobs for locals.. dun think those aunties and uncles mind doing such people watching jobs.
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Its good if they know who/what to watch for. Security is one department where its easy to slack off... and once we do...Originally posted by yoongf:One good spin-off is tons of security related jobs for locals.. dun think those aunties and uncles mind doing such people watching jobs.
*Boom*