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Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen (centre) co-chairing the 5th India-Singapore Defence Ministers’ Dialogue (DMD) with India's Minister of Defence Rajnath Singh over video conferencing today.

Singapore and India Reaffirm Strong and Long-standing Defence Relations at Defence Ministers' Dialogue

News Releases | 20 Jan 2021

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen and Indian Minister of Defence Rajnath Singh co-chaired the 5th India-Singapore Defence Ministers’ Dialogue (DMD) via video conferencing, in view of the ongoing COVID-19 situation globally. Singapore and India enjoy regular defence interactions in multiple areas, including high-level visits and dialogues, military exchanges and defence technology cooperation.

Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Zaqy Mohamad delivering the keynote address at the Shangri-La Dialogue (SLD) Sherpa Meeting on 18 January 2021.

Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Zaqy Mohamad Delivers Keynote Address Encouraging Defence Establishments to Uphold Multilateralism and Enhance Practical Cooperation at Shangri-La Dialogue Sherpa Meeting

News Releases | 18 Jan 2021

Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Zaqy Mohamad delivered the keynote address this morning at the 9th International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) Shangri-La Dialogue (SLD) Sherpa Meeting, ahead of Shangri-La Dialogue planned later this year.

Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Heng Chee How testing out the Typhoon Gun alignment process – a solution developed by NALCOM personnel to conduct the process ashore.

Protecting Maritime Hub Singapore: Heng Chee How

News Releases | 14 Jan 2021

Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Heng Chee How visited the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) at RSS Singapura – Changi Naval Base today.

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen (second from right) interacting with the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF)'s servicemen and women and the Defence Science and Technology Agency's personnel while visiting the RSAF's IADO at Lim Chu Kang Camp II.

See More, Shoot Further, Smarter – RSAF's Island Air Defence System Safeguards Singapore's Peace and Security

News Releases | 17 Dec 2020

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen witnessed a demonstration of the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF)'s Island Air Defence (IAD) System capabilities at Lim Chu Kang Camp II this afternoon.

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen and Australian Minister for Defence Linda Reynolds meeting virtually this morning to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the SAF training in SWBTA in Queensland, Australia.

Singapore and Australia Commemorate 30 Years of SAF Training in the Shoalwater Bay Training Area in Queensland, Australia

News Releases | 15 Dec 2020

2020 marks the 30th anniversary of the Singapore Armed Forces' (SAF) training in the Shoalwater Bay Training Area (SWBTA) in Queensland, Australia. Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen and Australian Minister for Defence Linda Reynolds met virtually this morning to commemorate this occasion.

Singapore and India Reaffirm Strong and Long-standing Defence Relations at Defence Ministers' Dialogue

News Releases | 20 Jan 2021

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen and Indian Minister of Defence Rajnath Singh co-chaired the 5th India-Singapore Defence Ministers’ Dialogue (DMD) via video conferencing, in view of the ongoing COVID-19 situation globally. Singapore and India enjoy regular defence interactions in multiple areas, including high-level visits and dialogues, military exchanges and defence technology cooperation.

Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Zaqy Mohamad Delivers Keynote Address Encouraging Defence Establishments to Uphold Multilateralism and Enhance Practical Cooperation at Shangri-La Dialogue Sherpa Meeting

News Releases | 18 Jan 2021

Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Zaqy Mohamad delivered the keynote address this morning at the 9th International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) Shangri-La Dialogue (SLD) Sherpa Meeting, ahead of Shangri-La Dialogue planned later this year.

Protecting Maritime Hub Singapore: Heng Chee How

News Releases | 14 Jan 2021

Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Heng Chee How visited the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) at RSS Singapura – Changi Naval Base today.

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.

THE EARLY YEARS OF SAF

THE MISSION OF MINDEF

MEET OUR LEADERSHIP

Joint Statement by Shri Rajnath Singh, Minister of Defence of The Republic of India and Dr Ng Eng Hen, Minister for Defence of the Republic of Singapore

Singapore and India Reaffirm Strong and Long-standing Defence Relations at Defence Ministers' Dialogue

DEFENCE POLICY & DIPLOMACY

OVERSEAS OPERATIONS

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