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Royal New Zealand Air Force Chief Makes Introductory Visit to Singapore

   News Releases | 23 Jul 2025

Chief of the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) Air Vice-Marshal (AVM) Darryn Webb called on Minister for Defence Mr Chan Chun Sing this morning. During their meeting, Mr Chan and AVM Webb reaffirmed the close and long-standing relationship between the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) and the RNZAF, and discussed ongoing efforts to enhance defence cooperation between both air forces, including the conduct of professional exchanges, and the RSAF’s Unmanned Aerial System training in New Zealand.

Minister for Defence Mr Chan Chun Sing Meets Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang

   News Releases | 22 Jul 2025

Coordinating Minister for Public Services and Minister for Defence Mr Chan Chun Sing called on Prime Minister (PM) of Vietnam Pham Minh Chinh in Hanoi, Vietnam today. Mr Chan also met his counterpart Vietnam Minister of National Defence General (GEN) Phan Van Giang. Also present at the meetings was Minister of State for Defence Mr Desmond Choo.

Army’s Operational Readiness Tested in Mobilisation and Equipping Exercise

   News Releases | 19 Jul 2025

Minister for Defence Mr Chan Chun Sing visited a mobilisation exercise (MOBEX), conducted by the Singapore Army at Selarang Camp today. The MOBEX conducted involved over 2,000 Operationally Ready National Servicemen from the 23rd Singapore Infantry Brigade (23 SIB).

SAF OPEN MOBILISATION AND CIVIL RESOURCE REQUISITION EXERCISE

   News Releases | 19 Jul 2025

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

Singapore and Malaysian Armies Conclude Bilateral Exercise Semangat Bersatu

   News Releases | 16 Jul 2025

The 29th edition of Exercise Semangat Bersatu (XSB), an annual bilateral exercise between the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) and the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF), was conducted successfully in Singapore from 10 to 16 July 2025. SAF Chief of Army (COA) Major General (MG) Cai Dexian and MAF COA General (GEN) Tan Sri Dato' Muhammad Hafizuddeain bin Jantan co-officiated at the closing ceremony of the exercise at the Murai Urban Training Facility this afternoon.

Royal New Zealand Air Force Chief Makes Introductory Visit to Singapore

   News Releases | 23 Jul 2025

Chief of the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) Air Vice-Marshal (AVM) Darryn Webb called on Minister for Defence Mr Chan Chun Sing this morning. During their meeting, Mr Chan and AVM Webb reaffirmed the close and long-standing relationship between the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) and the RNZAF, and discussed ongoing efforts to enhance defence cooperation between both air forces, including the conduct of professional exchanges, and the RSAF’s Unmanned Aerial System training in New Zealand.

Minister for Defence Mr Chan Chun Sing Meets Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang

   News Releases | 22 Jul 2025

Coordinating Minister for Public Services and Minister for Defence Mr Chan Chun Sing called on Prime Minister (PM) of Vietnam Pham Minh Chinh in Hanoi, Vietnam today. Mr Chan also met his counterpart Vietnam Minister of National Defence General (GEN) Phan Van Giang. Also present at the meetings was Minister of State for Defence Mr Desmond Choo.

Army’s Operational Readiness Tested in Mobilisation and Equipping Exercise

   News Releases | 19 Jul 2025

Minister for Defence Mr Chan Chun Sing visited a mobilisation exercise (MOBEX), conducted by the Singapore Army at Selarang Camp today. The MOBEX conducted involved over 2,000 Operationally Ready National Servicemen from the 23rd Singapore Infantry Brigade (23 SIB).

SAF OPEN MOBILISATION AND CIVIL RESOURCE REQUISITION EXERCISE

   News Releases | 19 Jul 2025

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

Singapore and Malaysian Armies Conclude Bilateral Exercise Semangat Bersatu

   News Releases | 16 Jul 2025

The 29th edition of Exercise Semangat Bersatu (XSB), an annual bilateral exercise between the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) and the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF), was conducted successfully in Singapore from 10 to 16 July 2025. SAF Chief of Army (COA) Major General (MG) Cai Dexian and MAF COA General (GEN) Tan Sri Dato' Muhammad Hafizuddeain bin Jantan co-officiated at the closing ceremony of the exercise at the Murai Urban Training Facility this afternoon.
Our Defence Strategy

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 from 2011 to 2025
Dr Ng Eng Hen,
Minister for Defence from 2011 to 2025
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.
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.
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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