Motorists heading towards the Orchard and Tanglin areas may want to plan ahead this weekend, as tighter traffic and security measures will be implemented for the upcoming Shangri-La Dialogue 2026.
According to the Singapore Police Force, the annual high-level security summit will take place from May 29 to May 31 at Shangri-La Singapore.
As part of enhanced security operations, police officers will conduct vehicle checks around the hotel throughout the event period. Authorities warned that anyone who fails to comply with police instructions may face action under the law.
Road users are strongly encouraged to avoid roads surrounding the hotel, especially Anderson Road and Orange Grove Road, from May 28 to May 31.
Police advised motorists to use Scotts Road as an alternative route when travelling between Tanglin Road, Stevens Road, Orchard Road and Balmoral Road.
Meanwhile, drivers heading towards Ardmore Park will need to use Draycott Park or Draycott Drive instead, as there will be no through road access between Ardmore Park lamp post 8 and Anderson Road during the restriction period.
Commercial Vehicles Banned From Anderson Road
Authorities also announced that commercial vehicles with registration plates beginning with “G”, “W”, “X” or “Y” will not be allowed to enter Anderson Road during the security operations.
Parking at Shangri-La Singapore will be extremely limited throughout the event. Hotel guests have been advised to take public transport, taxis or ride-hailing services instead of driving.
Police added that illegally parked vehicles or vehicles causing obstruction will be towed away.
The Shangri-La Dialogue is one of Asia’s biggest defence and security summits, attracting ministers, military leaders and delegates from around the world each year.
Drone Flights Temporarily Banned Near Shangri-La Area
In addition to traffic restrictions, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore will also enforce a Temporary Restricted Area (TRA) over the Shangri-La Singapore vicinity from May 29 to May 31.
The restricted zone will cover a one-kilometre radius around the hotel.
During the specified timings, all aerial and unmanned aircraft activities — including drone flights — within the restricted area will be prohibited.
Authorities warned that offenders could face severe penalties under Singapore’s Air Navigation Act. First-time offenders may be fined up to S$50,000, jailed for up to two years, or both. Repeat offenders could face fines of up to S$100,000 and imprisonment of up to five years.