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Singapore and Indonesian Navies Conclude Bilateral Mine-Countermeasure Exercise

   News Releases | 19 Aug 2019

The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) and the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) concluded Joint Minex Pandu at Changi Command and Control Centre in Singapore this morning.

Minister for Defence Thanks NDP 2019's Organisers, Participating Organisations and Sponsors

   News Releases | 16 Aug 2019

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen hosted a dinner reception for participating organisations, sponsors and key appointment holders of the National Day Parade (NDP) 2019 organising committee in recognition of their support and contributions towards this year's NDP.

Australian Chief of Air Force Makes Introductory Visit to Singapore

   News Releases | 15 Aug 2019

Chief of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), Air Marshal (AM) Melvin Hupfeld called on Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) this morning.

More Support to Help Full-Time National Servicemen Transit to Work or Studies

   News Releases | 14 Aug 2019

SkillsFuture@NS is part of the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF), the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) and Ministry of Home Affairs’ (MHA’s) continuing efforts to recognise our Full-time National Servicemen’s (NSFs’) contributions to defence.

MINDEF and SAF Personnel Celebrate Singapore's 54th Birthday

   News Releases | 08 Aug 2019

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen led approximately 2,200 Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) and Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) personnel to recite the National Pledge and sing the National Anthem this morning during MINDEF’s National Day Observance Ceremony. The ceremony was held at MINDEF to celebrate Singapore’s 54th birthday.

Singapore and Indonesian Navies Conclude Bilateral Mine-Countermeasure Exercise

   News Releases | 19 Aug 2019

The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) and the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) concluded Joint Minex Pandu at Changi Command and Control Centre in Singapore this morning.

Minister for Defence Thanks NDP 2019's Organisers, Participating Organisations and Sponsors

   News Releases | 16 Aug 2019

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen hosted a dinner reception for participating organisations, sponsors and key appointment holders of the National Day Parade (NDP) 2019 organising committee in recognition of their support and contributions towards this year's NDP.

Australian Chief of Air Force Makes Introductory Visit to Singapore

   News Releases | 15 Aug 2019

Chief of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), Air Marshal (AM) Melvin Hupfeld called on Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) this morning.
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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