Snippets

2022

Strengthening Regional Maritime Security Cooperation

22 Nov 22

Naval representatives from various countries, including Singapore, Japan, India, and Brunei, are seen in a virtual meeting collage format.

Chief of Staff-Naval Staff, RADM Edwin Leong joined fellow navy leaders from the region at the 7th Maritime Multilateral Virtual Key Leadership Engagement (KLE), which was hosted by the United States Navy Pacific Fleet on 22 Nov 2022.

Themed "Maritime Domain Awareness in a Post Pandemic Operational Environment", RADM Leong said during the engagement that it was important to continue to strengthen mutual understanding and trust amongst navies. One useful way to do so was through open, regular dialogues such as KLE. RADM Leong also shared on the RSN's initiatives in maritime information-sharing, a key essential to ensure safety and security at sea.

Introductory Meeting with Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy

01 Nov 22

Two naval officers from Singapore and Thailand are waving at the camera during a video call, seated in front of their national flags and navy emblems.

Our Chief of Navy RADM Aaron Beng met with the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy ADM Cherngchai Chomcherngpat in an introductory meeting via video teleconference on 27 Oct 2022. Both leaders reaffirmed the longstanding bilateral relationship between our Navies, underpinned by strong people-to-people ties, and had a fruitful discussion on exploring new areas of cooperation.

Both of our Navies interact regularly through visits and operational engagements. Most recently, we also commemorated the 20th edition of the bilateral Exercise Singsiam in March this year - a testament to our close friendship and mutual understanding!

Presentation of "Officier de l'Ordre National du Mérite" to CNV

29 Jul 22

A man in a suit is presenting a medal to a uniformed naval officer wearing a mask and ceremonial dress. They stand indoors between the flags of Singapore and the European Union.

On 29 Jun 22, our Chief of Navy RADM Aaron Beng was conferred the title of "Officier de l'Ordre National du Mérite" by His Excellency Marc Abensour, Ambassador of France to Singapore, at the French Residence in Singapore.

In the presentation ceremony, RADM Beng expressed his appreciation for the France Navy's (FN) support on our Formidable-class Frigate programme and looked forward to upcoming face-to-face meetings and symposiums.

RADM Beng reaffirmed the strong partnership the FN has with the RSN. Both navies interact regularly through high-level visits, dialogues, and bilateral exercises. Earlier last year, both navies also successfully conducted a bilateral PASSEX, between the FN's Mistral-class amphibious assault ship, FS Tonnerre, La Fayette-class frigate FS Surcouf and our frigate RSS Steadfast.

Maintaining Warm Ties with a Close Partner

22 Jul 22

Two military officers from Singapore and Indonesia are shaking hands warmly in front of a backdrop featuring a stylized Godzilla and a cityscape.

The Indonesian Navy First Fleet Commander RADM Arsyad Abdullah was in Singapore on his inaugural visit from 20 to 22 July 2022, where he met with Commander, Maritime Security (MARSEC) Command/Maritime Security Task Force RADM Yong Wei Hsiung.

Both leaders discussed on ways to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance maritime cooperation between the two navies, such as through information-sharing and operational collaboration to ensure maritime security in our region.

Both commanders affirmed the close and long-standing ties between our navies and looked forward to enhancing cooperation in the near future.

Strengthening Ties with the Johor State Maritime (JSM), Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA)

22 Jul 22

Group photo of Singaporean and regional navy personnel standing together indoors, dressed in white and camouflage uniforms, posing with raised fists.

Deputy Commander Maritime Security (MARSEC) Command, COL Rinson Chua, met Director JSM, FADM (M) Nurul Hizam Bin Zakaria in Johor Bahru this morning.

During the meeting, they discussed ways to share information on incidents at sea to enhance maritime security. In addition, professional exchanges and crew interactions were discussed to strengthen the relationship between both agencies.

Our Navy actively engages regional maritime agencies, such as the MMEA, to strengthen maritime security and cooperation.

Deepening Ties with the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency

12 Jul 22

A Singapore navy officer and a Malaysian navy officer are smiling and holding a commemorative plaque together in front of their respective flags.

On 12 Jul 22, Commander Maritime Security (MARSEC) Command, RADM Yong Wei Hsiung, met Director-General, ADM(M) Dato' Mohd Zubil Bin Mat Som in MMEA's HQ, Putrajaya.

During the meeting, they discussed ways to strengthen cooperation and share information on incidents at sea, such as through our operation centres, to enhance maritime security.

Introductory Meeting with Chief of the German Navy

19 May 22

Singapore and German naval officers are engaged in a virtual bilateral meeting, seated with their national flags displayed behind them.

Our Chief of Navy RADM Aaron Beng met with the Chief of German Navy VADM Jan Christian Kaack in an introductory meeting via tele-conference yesterday. Both leaders reaffirmed the bilateral relationship between our navies, which remained strong at both the leadership and operational levels despite the hurdles posed by COVID-19 in the past two years.

RADM Beng expressed his appreciation for the German Navy's support on our submarine programme and looked forward to upcoming face-to-face meetings.

Both navies interact regularly through high-level visits and dialogues, professional exchanges on submarine training, and cross-attendance of courses. Earlier this year, both navies also successfully conducted a bilateral PASSEX.

Strengthening Mutual Support between Navies

18 May 22

A Singapore navy officer attends a virtual conference with multiple regional naval representatives shown in separate video call windows.

This morning, our Chief of Navy RADM Aaron Beng joined his fellow Navy leaders at the 6th Multilateral Maritime Virtual Key Leaders Engagement. Hosted by US Commander Pacific Fleet ADM Samuel Paparo, the theme for the 6th KLE was "Maritime Mutual Support in Peacetime".

During his sharing, RADM Beng reaffirmed the importance of strengthening interoperability and reinvigorating dialogue, such as through ADMM-Plus exercises and Western Pacific Naval Symposium, to build mutual support in the face of global uncertainties.

Strengthening Close Ties with NZ

04 Mar 22

Two uniformed naval officers from Singapore and New Zealand are attending a virtual meeting, one wearing a mask and seated near a New Zealand flag.

Our Chief of Navy RADM Aaron Beng and Chief of Navy of Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN), RADM David Proctor met over a video teleconference today. The two leaders reaffirmed close and long-standing relationship between both navies and are heartened that regular interactions in 2021 continued despite the COVID-19 situation.

The leaders agreed on the importance for like-minded partners like RSN and RNZN to uphold a rules-based maritime order, and the need for Five Power Defence Arrangement (FPDA) member-nations' continued commitment towards FPDA and its exercises.

The meeting ended on a high note, with both chiefs looking forward to other interactions in the year.

Participating in the 5th Multilateral Maritime Virtual Key Leaders Engagement

26 Jan 22

Singapore navy officer joins a multi-country virtual conference with navy officials from Sri Lanka, Brunei, the Philippines, and others, seated in front of their flags and emblems.

Yesterday, our Chief of Navy RADM Aaron Beng participated in the 5th Multilateral Maritime Virtual Key Leaders Engagement, which was hosted by Commander of the United States Pacific Fleet ADM Samuel Paparo. The theme for the session was "Reinvigorating Partnerships at Sea in 2022".

As part of his sharing, RADM Beng reaffirmed the importance of strengthening cooperation among navies to uphold the rules-based order and enhance maritime security. Leaders from the regional navies also acknowledged the utility of sustaining dialogue, operational linkages and exercises to reinvigorate partnerships at sea in the coming year.

Strengthening Security and Defence Cooperation in the Region

25 Jan 22

Naval officers from Singapore and the United States are attending a bilateral meeting virtually, seated with flags in the background and wearing face masks.

Our Chief of Navy RADM Aaron Beng and Commander, Maritime Security Command / Maritime Security Task Force RADM Yong Wei Hsiung met with the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Commander Pacific Area VADM Michael McAllister via video teleconference this morning.

This meeting reaffirmed the close and longstanding bilateral relations shared by our countries. The leaders agreed on the importance of enhancing maritime security cooperation in the region and discussed ways to increase engagements and cooperation, as well as to foster mutual understanding and trust.

Our Navy actively engages maritime agencies, including maritime law enforcement agencies such as the USCG, to strengthen security and defence cooperation in the region.

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