SAF enhances precautionary measures against novel coronavirus

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12 Feb 2020 | OPS & TRAINING

SAF enhances precautionary measures against novel coronavirus

In view of the 2019 novel coronavirus situation, the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) has enhanced measures at SAF camps and bases to safeguard the health of its soldiers while maintaining operational readiness. Senior Minister of State for Defence Heng Chee How visited the Basic Military Training Centre on 11 Feb to observe the measures that have been put in place.

// Producer & editor Jordan Tay

// Cameramen Peter Cho & Deepan Nicholas

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