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Indonesian Minister of Defence Makes Introductory Visit to Singapore

News Releases | 20 Jan 2025

Indonesian Defence Minister Lieutenant General (LG)(Rtd) Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin is conducting his introductory visit to Singapore on 20 Jan 2025, and will be delivering the special address at the 13th International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) Shangri-La Dialogue (SLD) Sherpa Meeting this evening. LG(Rtd) Sjafrie was welcomed by a Guard of Honour at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) and met with Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen.

Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy Makes Introductory Visit to Singapore

News Releases | 15 Jan 2025

Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy (RTN), Admiral (ADM) Jirapol Wongwit, called on Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen earlier today. During the meeting, Dr Ng and ADM Jirapol reafﬁrmed the close and long-standing defence relations between Singapore and Thailand and encouraged the deepening of bilateral cooperation between the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) and RTN.

SAF OPEN MOBILISATION EXERCISE

News Releases | 28 Dec 2024

MINDEF is conducting a SAF Open Mobilisation and Civil Resource Requisition Exercise today.

Senior Minister of State for Defence Zaqy Mohamad Attends Vietnam International Defence Expo 2024

News Releases | 19 Dec 2024

Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Zaqy Mohamad is on a two-day working visit to Vietnam from 19 to 20 December 2024. Mr Zaqy attended the 2nd Vietnam International Defence Expo (VIDEX) 2024 in Hanoi on 19 December 2024. Held biennially, VIDEX brings together top international defence and security manufacturers, suppliers and agencies through exhibit showcases and technical seminars.

Singapore and Brunei Successfully Conclude 27th Edition of Exercise Maju Bersama

News Releases | 11 Dec 2024

The Singapore Army and the Royal Brunei Land Force (RBLF) successfully conducted the 27th edition of Exercise Maju Bersama from 5 to 11 December 2024. About 250 personnel from the Headquarters 8th Singapore Armoured Brigade, 41st Battalion, Singapore Armoured Regiment, and the 3rd Battalion of the RBLF took part in the bilateral exercise. This year’s exercise comprised professional exchanges, such as cross-sharing of weapon systems and company-level urban operations drills, as well as live-firing training at the Multi-Mission Range Complex and culminated in a joint assault by both Armies on an urban objective at the Murai Urban Training Facility.

Indonesian Minister of Defence Makes Introductory Visit to Singapore

News Releases | 20 Jan 2025

Indonesian Defence Minister Lieutenant General (LG)(Rtd) Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin is conducting his introductory visit to Singapore on 20 Jan 2025, and will be delivering the special address at the 13th International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) Shangri-La Dialogue (SLD) Sherpa Meeting this evening. LG(Rtd) Sjafrie was welcomed by a Guard of Honour at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) and met with Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen.

Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy Makes Introductory Visit to Singapore

News Releases | 15 Jan 2025

Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy (RTN), Admiral (ADM) Jirapol Wongwit, called on Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen earlier today. During the meeting, Dr Ng and ADM Jirapol reafﬁrmed the close and long-standing defence relations between Singapore and Thailand and encouraged the deepening of bilateral cooperation between the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) and RTN.

SAF OPEN MOBILISATION EXERCISE

News Releases | 28 Dec 2024

MINDEF is conducting a SAF Open Mobilisation and Civil Resource Requisition Exercise today.

Senior Minister of State for Defence Zaqy Mohamad Attends Vietnam International Defence Expo 2024

News Releases | 19 Dec 2024

Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Zaqy Mohamad is on a two-day working visit to Vietnam from 19 to 20 December 2024. Mr Zaqy attended the 2nd Vietnam International Defence Expo (VIDEX) 2024 in Hanoi on 19 December 2024. Held biennially, VIDEX brings together top international defence and security manufacturers, suppliers and agencies through exhibit showcases and technical seminars.

Singapore and Brunei Successfully Conclude 27th Edition of Exercise Maju Bersama

News Releases | 11 Dec 2024

The Singapore Army and the Royal Brunei Land Force (RBLF) successfully conducted the 27th edition of Exercise Maju Bersama from 5 to 11 December 2024. About 250 personnel from the Headquarters 8th Singapore Armoured Brigade, 41st Battalion, Singapore Armoured Regiment, and the 3rd Battalion of the RBLF took part in the bilateral exercise. This year’s exercise comprised professional exchanges, such as cross-sharing of weapon systems and company-level urban operations drills, as well as live-firing training at the Multi-Mission Range Complex and culminated in a joint assault by both Armies on an urban objective at the Murai Urban Training Facility.

Our Defence Strategy

Defence Policy & Diplomacy

Singapore's defence policy is fundamentally based on the twin pillars of deterrence and diplomacy.

Counter Terrorism

Singapore is committed to the global fight against terror.

Defence Science & Technology

Technology is the force multiplier for the SAF.

Total Defence

The collective effort and resolve of everyone living in Singapore make up the total defence needed to keep our nation strong and sovereign.

3G SAF

The 3rd Generation SAF is a strong and integrated force that operates across a full spectrum of operations.

Cyber Defence

MINDEF/SAF seeks to establish a secure and stable cyber environment for MINDEF/SAF and Singapore.

Defence Policy & Diplomacy

Singapore's defence policy is fundamentally based on the twin pillars of deterrence and diplomacy.

Counter Terrorism

Singapore is committed to the global fight against terror.

Defence Science & Technology

Technology is the force multiplier for the SAF.

Safeguarding Singapore

The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor.

Security is a constant need, so that we can ensure our sovereignty and way of life.

- Dr Ng Eng Hen, Minister for Defence.

Dr Ng Eng Hen,
Minister for Defence.

The SAF is the bedrock of Singapore's defence and security, respected as a credible and professional armed forces, and a source of pride and confidence for Singapore.

The SAF anticipates and responds quickly to new security challenges

We anticipate and respond quickly to new security challenges through continuous innovation, and we advance our national interests through the conduct of a full spectrum of operations.

The people of the SAF are resilient in adversity, confident and forward looking

Our people are resilient in adversity, confident and forward looking, and committed to forging the unity and resilience of our nation to define our future and determine our way of life.

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