Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen officiated at a ceremony to mark the commissioning of the Republic of Singapore Navy's (RSN) first Archer-class submarine, RSS Archer, at Changi Naval Base this morning. During the ceremony, Dr Ng presented the commissioning warrant to Commanding Officer, RSS Archer, Lieutenant-Colonel (LTC) Jack Nyeo. Dr Ng also visited RSS Archer where he was briefed by LTC Jack Nyeo on the enhanced capabilities of RSS Archer.

While most of us were revelling the season's festivities, there was a select group of sailors who sacrificed time with friends and family for the safety and protection of our country.

Sailors from RSS BRAVE and RSS RESILIENCE were out safe-guarding our waters over the Lunar New Year Eve and the first day of Lunar New Year respectively. While it was difficult for them to be apart from family during the period, the sailors knew that this was their duty.

The new National Maritime Security System (NMSS) provides a swift and integrated response to threats at sea.