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Written Reply by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing to Parliamentary Question on MINDEF Procurement System on 5 Aug 2026

MINDEF's procurements are subject to a systematic process of independent audits. These audits are conducted both internally by MINDEF's Internal Audit Department and externally by the Auditor-General's Office. MINDEF regularly reviews and strengthens our procurement processes, including taking immediate measures to address any audit findings identified internally by MINDEF as well as by AGO. 

Written Reply by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing to Parliamentary Question on Assignment of NSF Vocations and EEDs on 5 Aug 2026

The SAF deploys servicemen primarily according to its operational requirements. When assigning NSFs to their initial vocations, the SAF considers relevant qualifications, aptitude and suitability, alongside its manpower needs. The Enhanced Expertise Deployment Scheme (EEDS) serves a different purpose. It allows suitable NSmen to be considered for redeployment when they acquire specialised civilian expertise after Full-Time National Service that meets a specific SAF need.

Written Reply by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing to Parliamentary Question on SAF Innovation Laboratories on 5 Aug 2026

Innovation is central to the MINDEF and the SAF's operational effectiveness. We have systematically built an innovation ecosystem that enables experimentation, rapid development and operational adoption across the force. 

Permanent Secretary (Defence) Mr Joseph Leong Visits Malaysia and Co-Chairs the 63rd FPDA Consultative Council Meeting

Permanent Secretary (Defence) Mr Joseph Leong was in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 3 August 2026 for his introductory visit, where he called on Malaysian Minister of Defence Dato’ Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin and Director-General of Malaysia’s National Security Council Raja Dato’ Nushirwan Zainal Abidin.

Written Reply by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing to Parliamentary Question on NDP Balloting System on 4 Aug 2026

NDP Executive Committees (EXCO) have sought to enable as many audience members as possible to attend the parade in person. To reduce collection times for NDP tickets, alternative ticket distribution options, such as e-Tickets, are being explored. Live telecasts of the NDP will continue to ensure that as many Singaporeans as possible get to watch the NDP show and celebrate National Day together.

RSAF Sharpens Combat Readiness at Multinational Exercise Pitch Black in Australia

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) is participating in Exercise Pitch Black 2026, a large-scale multinational air combat exercise hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) in Darwin, Australia from 20 July to 7 August 2026.

MINDEF’s Reply to ST’s Forum Letter: "MINDEF should pay artistes for their work"

Change in Chief Executive of Defence Science and Technology Agency

Mr Roy Chan Hsiung Wei will succeed Mr Ng Chad-Son as the Chief Executive (CE) of the Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) on 1 September 2026.

RSN Participates in Largest Edition of Multinational Naval Exercise RIMPAC 2026

The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN)’s Formidable-class frigate RSS Steadfast is participating in high-end naval warfare training alongside other navies at Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2026.

Fact Sheet: Singapore-Australia Industrial Base Resiliency Arrangement