The 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue is scheduled to take place at Shangri-La Singapore from May 29 to 31, 2026, gathering ministers, military officials, diplomats, and analysts from the Asia-Pacific region [1, 2].
Security measures will be in place from May 28 to 31, with motorists advised to avoid roads near the Shangri-La hotel, including Anderson Road and Orange Grove Road, due to tightened security arrangements [1, 2]. Vehicle inspections will be conducted near the hotel throughout the event period [1, 2].
Motorists are recommended to use alternate routes, such as Scotts Road between Tanglin Road and Stevens Road, Stevens Road and Orchard Road, and Tanglin Road and Balmoral Road [1, 2]. Those headed to Ardmore Park are advised to travel via Draycott Park or Draycott Drive, as the section between Ardmore Park (lamp post 8) and Anderson Road will be closed from 11 p.m. on May 28 until 5 p.m. on May 31 [1, 2].
Commercial vehicles with registration plates beginning with G, W, X, or Y will be prohibited from entering Anderson Road during the event [2]. Parking restrictions near the hotel will be enforced strictly, with illegally parked vehicles causing obstructions subject to towing [1, 2]. Guests staying at Shangri-La Hotel are encouraged to use public transport, taxis, or ride-hailing services to reduce congestion [1, 2].
A temporary restricted airspace will be established over the hotel during the event. The restrictions apply from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. on May 29, 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on May 30, and 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on May 31, prohibiting aerial and unmanned aircraft flights [1, 2]. Violators face fines of up to S$50,000 or two years in jail for a first offense and up to S$100,000 or five years in jail for repeat offenses, or both [2].
Police issued a statement on May 25 advising motorists to avoid affected roads and comply with security measures. "We seek the cooperation of members of the public to comply with the traffic and security arrangements," said the Singapore Police Force [1, 2].
Road closures and vehicle restrictions began at 11 p.m. on May 28 and will last until the afternoon of May 31. The Shangri-La Dialogue will officially commence on May 29 with restricted airspace in effect the entire day. Restrictions will ease on May 31, with road closures ending at 5 p.m. and airspace limits lifting by mid-afternoon [1, 2].
