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Singapore and Australia Agree to Deepen Defence Relations at 14th Singapore-Australia Joint Committee Meeting

News Releases | 03 Dec 2024

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen met Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles during the 14th meeting of the Singapore-Australia Joint Ministerial Committee (SAJMC) this afternoon.

Singapore and India Armies Conclude Bilateral Exercise Agni Warrior in India

News Releases | 02 Dec 2024

The Singapore Army and the Indian Army conducted the 13th edition of Exercise Agni Warrior (XAW) 2024, in Devlali, India, from 12 to 30 November 2024. This year's exercise involved more than 290 participants from the Singapore Army and the Indian Army, and culminated in a joint live-firing exercise involving the Singapore Light Weight Howitzer, Field Artillery Meteorological System, and the Indian Army's 155mm Field Howitzer 77B.

441 Cadets Commissioned as SAF Officers

News Releases | 30 Nov 2024

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam reviewed the Officer Cadet Commissioning Parade at the SAFTI Military Institute this evening. A total of 441 cadets, comprising 339 from the Singapore Army, 53 from the Republic of Singapore Navy and 49 from the Republic of Singapore Air Force, were commissioned as officers of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).

918 MINDEF/SAF Personnel Recognised with the National Day Awards

News Releases | 28 Nov 2024

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen, Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Zaqy Mohamad and Chief of Defence Force Vice Admiral (VADM) Aaron Beng officiated at the National Day Awards Investiture held at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) earlier today.

Defence Engineers and Scientists Honoured for Excellence and Innovation in Defence Technology

News Releases | 26 Nov 2024

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen presented the Defence Technology Prize (DTP) to two individuals and four teams at the DTP Award Ceremony held at the DSO Auditorium this afternoon. This award recognises contributions that have helped the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) maintain its sharp edge in defence capabilities.

Singapore and Australia Agree to Deepen Defence Relations at 14th Singapore-Australia Joint Committee Meeting

News Releases | 03 Dec 2024

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen met Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles during the 14th meeting of the Singapore-Australia Joint Ministerial Committee (SAJMC) this afternoon.

Singapore and India Armies Conclude Bilateral Exercise Agni Warrior in India

News Releases | 02 Dec 2024

The Singapore Army and the Indian Army conducted the 13th edition of Exercise Agni Warrior (XAW) 2024, in Devlali, India, from 12 to 30 November 2024. This year's exercise involved more than 290 participants from the Singapore Army and the Indian Army, and culminated in a joint live-firing exercise involving the Singapore Light Weight Howitzer, Field Artillery Meteorological System, and the Indian Army's 155mm Field Howitzer 77B.

441 Cadets Commissioned as SAF Officers

News Releases | 30 Nov 2024

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam reviewed the Officer Cadet Commissioning Parade at the SAFTI Military Institute this evening. A total of 441 cadets, comprising 339 from the Singapore Army, 53 from the Republic of Singapore Navy and 49 from the Republic of Singapore Air Force, were commissioned as officers of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).

918 MINDEF/SAF Personnel Recognised with the National Day Awards

News Releases | 28 Nov 2024

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen, Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Zaqy Mohamad and Chief of Defence Force Vice Admiral (VADM) Aaron Beng officiated at the National Day Awards Investiture held at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) earlier today.

Defence Engineers and Scientists Honoured for Excellence and Innovation in Defence Technology

News Releases | 26 Nov 2024

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen presented the Defence Technology Prize (DTP) to two individuals and four teams at the DTP Award Ceremony held at the DSO Auditorium this afternoon. This award recognises contributions that have helped the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) maintain its sharp edge in defence capabilities.

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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