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Minister for Defence Singapore

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Minister for Defence Singapore

@DefenceMinSG

Chan Chun Sing — Singapore's Coordinating Minister for Public Services, Minister for Defence and Minister-in-charge of the Public Service

Singapore

Joined February 2016

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Minister for Defence Singapore
@DefenceMinSG
Jun 2
Thank you to everyone behind the scenes who made this year’s Shangri-La Dialogue a success. While many only see the meetings and speeches, countless others worked tirelessly to ensure everything ran smoothly and safely. Thank you for all that you do. go.gov.sg/sld26-thankyou
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Minister for Defence Singapore
@DefenceMinSG
Jun 1
The past few days at the Shangri-La Dialogue have been meaningful and encouraging. Now, sustained dialogue, cooperation and trust matter more than ever. I hope the discussions and friendships forged this weekend will continue well beyond the summit. Watch: go.gov.sg/sld26-highligh…
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Minister for Defence Singapore
@DefenceMinSG
Jun 1
One message stood out clearly across this year's Shangri-La Dialogue: no country can tackle today's transnational challenges alone. We must continue to work together to shape a more stable and secure world. Watch here: go.gov.sg/sld26-intv
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Minister for Defence Singapore
@DefenceMinSG
May 31
Delivered my remarks at the closing plenary of this year’s Shangri-La Dialogue. I shared that conflicts have evolved in terms of the three “beyonds”. Watch here: go.gov.sg/sld26-speech
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Minister for Defence Singapore
@DefenceMinSG
May 31
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(2/2) This year marks 55 years of defence cooperation under the FPDA, alongside regular bilateral exchanges and exercises. I look forward to further strengthening our friendship and partnership with Minister Khaled. 🇸🇬🤝🇲🇾
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Minister for Defence Singapore
@DefenceMinSG
May 31
(1/2) Happy to catch up with Malaysia Minister of Defence @KhaledNordin over some kueh on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue yesterday. As close neighbours, Singapore and Malaysia share deep-rooted ties that go far beyond formal engagements.
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Minister for Defence Singapore
@DefenceMinSG
May 31
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(3/3) Minister Koizumi and I discussed how to take our defence cooperation forward as we mark 60 years of diplomatic relations. Our regular exchanges and strong people-to-people ties provide a solid foundation to do more together under our Strategic Partnership. 🇸🇬🤝🇯🇵
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Minister for Defence Singapore
@DefenceMinSG
May 31
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(2/3) Did you know the Merlion has a “sister” statue in Hakodate, Japan? Erected in 1989, it symbolises the friendship and exchange between our countries. That same spirit continues today through the close cooperation between the SAF and the Japan Self-Defense Forces.
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Minister for Defence Singapore
@DefenceMinSG
May 31
(1/3) Glad to meet Japan Minister of Defense, Koizumi Shinjirō once again. As this was his first visit here as Defense Minister, I invited him to Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay Sands after a long day at the Shangri-La Dialogue.
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Minister for Defence Singapore
@DefenceMinSG
May 31
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(3/3) Our armed forces have trained side by side through exercises such as Bersama Shield, Suman Warrior and Bersama Lima, building trust and interoperability. I look forward to further strengthening the FPDA and the bonds between our countries. 🇸🇬🇦🇺🇲🇾🇳🇿🇬🇧
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Minister for Defence Singapore
@DefenceMinSG
May 31
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(2/3) This year marks the FPDA’s 55th anniversary, making it one of the world’s longest-standing multilateral defence groupings. Over the years, it has contributed to regional peace by promoting closer military cooperation among the member-nations.
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Minister for Defence Singapore
@DefenceMinSG
May 31
(1/3) Happy to host our yearly get-together of the Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) Defence Ministers over breakfast today. After more than five decades of working together, these gatherings feel more like old friends meeting again.
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Minister for Defence Singapore
@DefenceMinSG
May 30
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(3/3) GUIDE reflects our shared commitment to strengthen the security and resilience of these critical systems, with defence sectors supporting civilian and economic agencies. I hope more like-minded countries will join us in endorsing and implementing GUIDE.
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