SINGAPORE: The Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) will be expanding cooperation into non-conventional areas, such as counterterrorism, maritime security, humanitarian and disaster relief, as well as cyber and drone warfare. The FPDA – formed in 1971 against the backdrop of armed conflict across Southeast Asia – comprises Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand and the United … Read more
HOMAGE TO PAST NDP SONGS This year’s theme song, Not Alone, pays homage to past NDP songs by incorporating familiar lyrics which evoke nostalgia and rekindle Singaporeans’ connection to “patriotic sentiments”, said the exco. It added: “The song’s progression into an uplifting second half aims to foster a sense of belonging among Singaporeans, transcending barriers … Read more
In a press release that year marking its first F-16C/D, MINDEF described the jets as “among the most sophisticated and advanced multi-role fighters in the world”. “The F-16C/D was selected by the RSAF as it is the most costeffective aircraft to meet Singapore’s defence and security needs,” it said. “It also satisfies the RSAF’s requirements … Read more
LTA Tang was in the midst of his 44-week long training in Sandhurst in December 2023, when he learnt that his father was in critical condition. The late Mr Tang had been ill since 2021, when a cyst formed on his right leg and further complications led to an amputation. “It’s (in) that moment when … Read more
The battle circuit in Ama Keng will be used to train with vehicles and defence systems, while the one in Pasir Laba will be used for jungle warfare. Both are projected to open from mid-2024. All will be located south-west of Lim Chu Kang, in the same neighbourhood where phase one of the Singapore Armed … Read more
SINGAPORE: The Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) on Saturday (Jan 13) said the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) did not participate in the latest military strikes against Yemen’s Houthis. On Friday, the United States military said it had carried out another strike on the Houthi rebels, after the Iran-backed militants warned of further attacks on ships in … Read more
