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Compared to the current uniform (left), the pixelised pattern of the new uniform (right) allows the soldier to blend into his environment more seamlessly, making it more difficult to detect him.
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Appearances are deceiving.
This proverb usually has negative connotations, warning us of the danger in judging a book by its cover. For the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF), however, this quality is precisely what they hope to achieve with the introduction of a new combat uniform.
In the new operating environment of today, 3rd Generation SAF soldiers have to deal with advancements in surveillance equipment technology and an ever-widening range of missions. This has resulted in a need to optimise their performance in both urban and forested terrains.
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