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07 Feb 2022 | OPS & TRAINING

A Force for Good

More than a fighting force, the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) is ready to respond when a crisis hits Singapore. Here’s a look back at 5 operations where SAF personnel helped to save lives.

//Producer Koh Eng Beng

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