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4 November 2026

The Republic of Singapore Air Force and the Indonesian Air Force Conclude Inaugural Patkor Indopura 2026

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) and the Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) have conducted the first joint fighter air patrol from 3 to 4 November 2026 as part of the inaugural Patkor Indopura.

4 November 2026

Written Reply by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing on 3 Nov 2026 to Parliamentary Question on Measures To Enhance Welfare & Safety During BMT

MINDEF/SAF has an established system to support recruits in their transition from civilian to military life. This starts with the pre-enlistment medical examination, which includes screening for mental health conditions. Upon enlistment, recruits undergo a progressive BMT curriculum, complemented by activities to foster social bonds and equip them with skills to adjust to the physical and mental demands of BMT.

4 November 2026

Written Reply by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing on 3 Nov 2026 to Parliamentary Question on NSFs Who Seek Support for Neurodivergent Conditions

From 2021 to 2025, an average of around 970 NSFs were diagnosed with or had sought support for neurodivergent conditions each year. To enable NSFs with neurodivergent conditions to be meaningfully engaged and contribute during their NS, MINDEF takes into account the nature and severity of their conditions, as well as their social, vocational, and academic functioning.

4 November 2026

Written Reply by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing on 3 Nov 2026 to Parliamentary Question on Number & Causes of Unnatural Deaths Among NSF

Between 2016 and 2025, an average of 10 to 11 NSFs passed away during service per year from various causes, including suicides, road traffic accidents, and natural causes such as illnesses. Consistent with the national trend for males aged 10 to 30, the leading causes of death were suicide, followed by RTAs.

4 November 2026

Written Reply by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing on 3 Nov 2026 to Parliamentary Question on Enhancing Singapore’s Air Defence Capabilities

The SAF adopts a multi-layered and integrated approach to air defence. We combine complementary systems, relevant operational concepts and constant vigilance to strengthen our ability to detect and respond to aerial threats.

3 November 2026

President Tharman Visits the Open Source Unit in the DIS

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam visited the Digital and Intelligence Service (DIS) Open Source Unit (OSU) this afternoon. This is President Tharman's inaugural unit visit to the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).

2 November 2026

Reply to Media Query on ADMM-Plus Initiatives

1 November 2026

Senior Minister of State for Defence Zaqy Mohamad Attends the 22nd Manama Dialogue

Senior Minister of State for Defence (SMS) Zaqy Mohamad attended the 22nd Manama Dialogue in Bahrain from 30 October to 1 November 2026.

1 November 2026

Speech by Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Zaqy Mohamad at the Manama Dialogue 2026 on 1 Nov 2026 in Bahrain

30 October 2026

Singapore and Malaysia Navies Strengthen Maritime Cooperation in Exercise Malapura 2026

The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) and the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) conducted the 34th edition of Exercise Malapura – a bilateral maritime exercise between both navies.