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Speech by Mr Chan Chun Sing, Minister for Defence, at the 140/25 Officer Cadet Course Commissioning Parade on 14 Mar 2026 at SAFTI MI

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Speech by Coordinating Minister for Public Services and Minister for Defence, Mr Chan Chun Sing, at the Singapore Kwangtung Hui Kuan 40th Management Committee Installation Ceremony and Lunar New Year Luncheon on 14 March 2026

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The SAF Successfully Completes Repatriation Operations of Singaporeans from the Middle East

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) deployed to bring Singaporeans back from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia has arrived in Singapore at 0559 hrs.

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MFA-MINDEF Joint Press Statement: Singapore to Deploy RSAF A330 MRTT for Second Flight to Support Repatriation of Singaporeans in the Middle East

The Singapore Government will deploy a Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft for a second flight to assist the departure of Singaporeans from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on 12 March 2026.

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RSAF MRTT Repatriating Singaporeans from the Middle East Returns to Singapore

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) deployed to repatriate Singaporeans from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia has arrived in Singapore at 0602 hrs.

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MFA-MINDEF Joint Press Statement: Singapore to Deploy RSAF A330 MRTT to Support Repatriation of Singaporeans in the Middle East

In response to the urgent need of Singaporeans in the Middle East, the Singapore Government will deploy a RSAF A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft for the assisted departure of Singaporeans from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on 10 March 2026.

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SAF Strengthens Multilateral Defence Ties at Exercise Cobra Gold 2026, held in Thailand

The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) participated in Exercise Cobra Gold 2026 (XCG26) held in Camp Red Horse, Rayong Province in Thailand from 23 February to 6 March 2026.

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Written Reply by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing to Parliamentary Question on Enhanced Expertise Deployment Scheme and Work-Learn Schemes

The Enhanced Expertise Deployment Scheme, to optimise the deployment of Operationally Ready National Servicemen, has seen about 20% of interested NSmen redeployed under the scheme. Servicemen who sign up for the Work-Learn Scheme undergo a combination of full-time NS followed by Regular service.

Parliamentary Statements

Written Reply by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing to Parliamentary Question on Indonesia's Acquisition of Khan Ballistic Missile

The SAF continuously monitors developments that can impact Singapore’s security, including emerging technologies. The SAF has and will continue to build up our defence capabilities ahead of time.

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Written Reply by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing to Parliamentary Question on Defence Contracts and Procurement Approach

MINDEF conducts its procurements in accordance with the Government’s procurement principles of transparency, open and fair competition, and value for money. They are subject to the necessary approvals, governance processes and audits to ensure accountability and proper stewardship of public funds.

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