Latest Releases

Written Reply by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing to Parliamentary Question on Extending SAF Driver Training and Civilian Licensing to National Servicemen on 7 Jul 2026

Given the different requirements and operating environments compared to general motoring on public roads, a set of conversion criteria for civilian driving licence is necessary. This includes fulfilling the requisite driving mileage and safety standards, and possessing good disciplinary records.

Parliamentary Statements

Written Reply by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing to Parliamentary Question on Military Operational Security Risk From Fitness Tracking App Data, and Usage Guideline and Safeguards for Servicemen on 7 Jul 2026

MINDEF or SAF has in place a tiered security management plan that governs the use of personal electronic devices and digital applications within our camps and bases through clearly demarcated zones, and during sensitive operations and trainings.

Parliamentary Statements

Written Reply by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing to Parliamentary Question on Deferment of In-Camp Training For NSmen Who Attend Institutes of Higher Learning Due To Internship Opportunities on 7 Jul 2026

MINDEF has worked with Autonomous Universities (AUs) to establish arrangements that minimise disruption to National Servicemen (NSmen) who are pursuing full-time studies up to the undergraduate level, while meeting the SAF’s operational and training needs.

Parliamentary Statements

Singapore and Indonesian Armies Strengthen Bilateral Defence Ties through Exercise Chandrapura

The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) 1st Commando Battalion and the Indonesian National Defence Forces (TNI) Special Forces Command (KOPASSUS) successfully concluded the 32nd edition of Exercise Chandrapura (XCP) held from 1 to 6 July 2026 in Singapore.

News Releases

Speech by Senior Minister of State for Defence, Mr Zaqy Mohamad, at the Singapore Youth Flying Club Private Pilot Licence Wings & Aviation Awards Ceremony 2026 on 04 Jul 2026 at the Air Force Training Command Auditorium

Speeches

Speech by Coordinating Minister for Public Services and Minister for Defence Mr Chan Chun Sing at the Singapore Garden Festival Awards Night on 3 July 2026 at Gardens by the Bay

Speeches

SAF Personnel and Singaporeans Affirm Commitment to Defence at SAF Day Parade

The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) commemorated SAF Day at a parade officiated by President Tharman Shanmugaratnam at SAFTI Military Institute (SAFTI MI) this evening.

Latest Releases

Closing Remarks by Minister for Defence Mr Chan Chun Sing at the SAF Day Combined Rededication Ceremony on 1 July 2026 at the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI)

Speeches

Fact Sheet: SAF Day 2026 Combined Rededication Ceremonies

Others

Reply To Media Query On US Approval for Possible Sale of Hellfire Missiles to Singapore

Replies To Media Query