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The RSAF's Next-Generation Tanker Transport Attains Full Operational Capability

   News Releases | 20 Apr 2021

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen officiated at a ceremony to mark the attainment of Full Operational Capability (FOC) status by the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF)'s A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (A330 MRTT) aircraft.

Update on COVID-19 – Case 62032

   News Releases | 17 Apr 2021

A Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Operationally Ready National Serviceman (NSman) due to attend his in-camp training (ICT) was picked up to be positive for COVID-19 on 16 April 2021.

770 MINDEF/SAF Personnel Recognised with the National Day Awards

   News Releases | 16 Apr 2021

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen officiated at the National Day Awards Investiture held at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) this evening.

Commander of United States Indo-Pacific Command Receives Prestigious Military Award

   News Releases | 16 Apr 2021

Commander of United States Indo-Pacific Command (US INDOPACOM) Admiral (ADM) Philip S. Davidson was conferred Singapore's prestigious military award, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) or the Meritorious Service Medal (Military), by President Halimah Yacob.

Chief of Staff of the French Air and Space Force Receives Prestigious Military Award

   News Releases | 08 Apr 2021

The Chief of Staff of the French Air and Space Force (FASF) General (GEN) Philippe Lavigne was conferred Singapore's prestigious military award, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera), or the Meritorious Service Medal (Military), by President Halimah Yacob.

The RSAF's Next-Generation Tanker Transport Attains Full Operational Capability

   News Releases | 20 Apr 2021

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen officiated at a ceremony to mark the attainment of Full Operational Capability (FOC) status by the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF)'s A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (A330 MRTT) aircraft.

Update on COVID-19 – Case 62032

   News Releases | 17 Apr 2021

A Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Operationally Ready National Serviceman (NSman) due to attend his in-camp training (ICT) was picked up to be positive for COVID-19 on 16 April 2021.

770 MINDEF/SAF Personnel Recognised with the National Day Awards

   News Releases | 16 Apr 2021

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen officiated at the National Day Awards Investiture held at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) this evening.
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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