Minister of State, Ministry of Education and Ministry of Communications and Information, Ms Sim Ann reviewed the 21st Specialist Cadet Graduation Parade (SCGP) at Pasir Laba Camp this evening. A total of 1,065 Specialist Cadets (SCTs) from the Singapore Army, the Republic of Singapore Navy, and the Republic of Singapore Air Force graduated as specialists of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).

Addressing the graduands at the parade, Ms Sim spoke about the critical role that the specialists would play in the 3rd Generation SAF and responsibilities they would bear in today's ever-evolving security landscape. Highlighting the need to strengthen National Service, she noted that "the strength of the SAF lies not in its advanced military hardware but in its people." Ms Sim also reminded the specialists to lead with conviction and to engage their men. She said, "How you do so will determine whether they can maximise their strengths, unlock their potential and motivate them to give their best during National Service."

The graduation parade marked the completion of the 22-week Specialist Cadet Course, where the SCTs trained under rigorous and realistic conditions to develop leadership and combat skills, and deepen their understanding of the other vocations in the SAF. Present at the parade were families and friends of the graduands and senior SAF officers.