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Update on COVID-19 – Case 63366

   News Releases | 17 May 2021

A Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Full-Time National Serviceman (NSF) tested positive for COVID-19 on 17 May. He has been identified by the Ministry of Health as Case 63366. The serviceman is currently warded at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital.

927 Graduate as SAF Specialists and Military Experts

   News Releases | 17 May 2021

A total of 927 cadets comprising 777 from the Singapore Army, 54 from the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN), 84 from the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF), and 12 from Joint have graduated as Specialists and Military Experts of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) on 20 May 2021.

Singapore and US Armies Mark 40th Edition of Exercise Tiger Balm

   News Releases | 14 May 2021

The Singapore Army and the United States (US) Army successfully conducted the 40th edition of the flagship bilateral Exercise Tiger Balm 2021 today.

Update on COVID-19 – Case 62877

   News Releases | 06 May 2021

A Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Full-Time National Serviceman (NSF) tested positive for COVID-19 on 6 May 2021. He has been identified by the Ministry of Health as Case 62877.

SAF Participates in FPDA Exercise Bersama Shield 2021

   News Releases | 28 Apr 2021

The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) participated in this year’s Exercise Bersama Shield, a Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) multilateral exercise. Held from 5 to 28 April.

Update on COVID-19 – Case 63366

   News Releases | 17 May 2021

A Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Full-Time National Serviceman (NSF) tested positive for COVID-19 on 17 May. He has been identified by the Ministry of Health as Case 63366. The serviceman is currently warded at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital.

927 Graduate as SAF Specialists and Military Experts

   News Releases | 17 May 2021

A total of 927 cadets comprising 777 from the Singapore Army, 54 from the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN), 84 from the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF), and 12 from Joint have graduated as Specialists and Military Experts of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) on 20 May 2021.

Singapore and US Armies Mark 40th Edition of Exercise Tiger Balm

   News Releases | 14 May 2021

The Singapore Army and the United States (US) Army successfully conducted the 40th edition of the flagship bilateral Exercise Tiger Balm 2021 today.
Our Defence Strategy

Our Defence Strategy

Defence Policy & Diplomacy

Singapore's defence policy is fundamentally based on the twin pillars of deterrence and diplomacy.

Counter Terrorism

Singapore is committed to the global fight against terror.

Defence Science & Technology

Technology is the force multiplier for the SAF.

Total Defence

The collective effort and resolve of everyone living in Singapore make up the total defence needed to keep our nation strong and sovereign.

3G SAF

The 3rd Generation SAF is a strong and integrated force that operates across a full spectrum of operations.

Cyber Defence

MINDEF/SAF seeks to establish a secure and stable cyber environment for MINDEF/SAF and Singapore.

Defence Policy & Diplomacy

Singapore's defence policy is fundamentally based on the twin pillars of deterrence and diplomacy.

Counter Terrorism

Singapore is committed to the global fight against terror.

Defence Science & Technology

Technology is the force multiplier for the SAF.
Safeguarding Singapore

The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor.

Security is a constant need, so that we can ensure our sovereignty and way of life.

- Dr Ng Eng Hen, Minister for Defence.

Dr Ng Eng Hen,
Minister for Defence.

The SAF is the bedrock of Singapore's defence and security, respected as a credible and professional armed forces, and a source of pride and confidence for Singapore.

We anticipate and respond quickly to new security challenges through continuous innovation, and we advance our national interests through the conduct of a full spectrum of operations.

Our people are resilient in adversity, confident and forward looking, and committed to forging the unity and resilience of our nation to define our future and determine our way of life.

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