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2023

8th Indian Ocean Naval Symposium

22 Dec 23

Naval officers from various countries pose on stage at the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium 2023 in Thailand, with national flags and the event banner displayed in the background.

Our Commander Maritime Security Task Force (MSTF) / Maritime Security (MARSEC) Command RADM Augustine Lim attended the 8th Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) which was hosted by the Royal Thai Navy from 19 to 22 Dec in Bangkok, Thailand.

RADM Lim joined leaders from navies and maritime enforcement agencies from 26 other countries at the meeting to discuss ways to enhance cooperation for maritime security in the Indian Ocean region. Participants also shared views and ideas at the IONS Seminar which was themed "Blue Economy: Ways Forward for Sustainable Development of IONS Member States".

Fostering Trust at the WPNS Senior Enlisted Leaders Working Group

11 Dec 23

A group of senior enlisted naval leaders from various nations pose for a formal photo at the WPNS Senior Enlisted Leaders Working Group 2023 in Tokyo.

Our Master Chief Navy ME6 Richard Goh attended the Western Pacific Naval Symposium (WPNS) Senior Enlisted Leaders Working Group (SELWG), which was organised by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force in Tokyo, Japan from 5 to 7 Dec 23.

Themed "Leadership Styles for the Next Generation", the SELWG focused on promoting mutual cooperation and fostering trust amongst the WPNS navies. During the event, ME6 Goh met with his counterparts from 18 other countries, and engaged in group discussions and presentations.

Deepening friendship at "Deep Sea Warrior"

26 Oct 23

Naval cadets and officers from different countries pose together at a maritime skills competition, holding medals in front of a digital backdrop with Chinese text.

Our Navy was at the recent "Deep Sea Warrior" International Sailing Skills Competition and Naval International Cadets Week organised by the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLA Navy) held in Qingdao, China.

Themed "Joining Hands to Build a Maritime Community with a Shared Future, and Making the Ocean More Peaceful and Prosperous in Our Era", Deep Sea Warrior provided an excellent opportunity to foster friendship with other navies.

Welcoming Japan Parliamentary Vice-Minister to Changi Naval Base

28 Aug 23

Two images: The top shows Singaporean and Japanese officials standing for a group photo; the bottom shows them seated at a conference table during a bilateral discussion.

Last Friday, our Navy welcomed Japan Parliamentary Vice-Minister of Defence Kimura Jiro for a visit to our Information Fusion Centre (IFC) at RSS Singapura – Changi Naval Base. We shared about how IFC and their team of International Liaison Officers ensures safe and secure seas through timely information sharing with their partner operational centres and enforcement agencies.

Parliamentary Vice-Minister Kimura also visited our Navy Museum where we shared about our naval heritage and journey.

Strengthening our Cooperation with Navies and Other Partners

01 Jun 23

Naval representatives from multiple countries are attending a high-level virtual conference in a grid video call format.

This morning, our Chief of Navy RADM Sean Wat joined other fellow Navy Chiefs and representatives at the 8th Multilateral Maritime Virtual Key Leaders Engagement (KLE). Hosted by Commander US Pacific Fleet ADM Samuel Paparo, the theme for the 8th KLE was "Maritime Challenges in Combatting Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing (IUUF)".

During his sharing, RADM Wat talked about the importance of information-sharing through platforms such as the Information Fusion Centre to enhance interoperability and deepen trust and mutual understanding. RADM Wat also discussed the importance of expanding cooperation beyond navies to include coast guards in tackling maritime security challenges.

Strengthening Maritime Security Collaboration in the Region

28 Apr 23

Delegates from various maritime agencies and organizations stand side by side on stage during the Piracy and Sea Robbery Conference, dressed in business and service attire.

Yesterday, COL Augustine Lim, Commander MARSEC Command / Maritime Security Task Force, Republic of Singapore Navy was invited by ReCAAP ISC to speak at the Piracy and Sea Robbery Conference 2023, which brings together participants from the shipping industry, maritime and law enforcement agencies.

During the panel discussion, COL Lim highlighted that the shipping industry should consider the importance of utilising and sharing information with relevant agencies for prompt action, the crucial role of deterrence in ensuring maritime security, and that all seafarers should adopt an "all hands on deck" mentality in watching out for one another.

The Information Fusion Centre, along with its International Liaison Officers, also attended the conference to engage the industry and better understand their MARSEC concerns and priorities.

Introductory Meeting with the Vice Chief of Naval Operations, United States Navy

17 Mar 23

A woman U.S. Navy officer and a Singaporean officer stand together smiling, holding a commemorative gift box during a bilateral exchange in front of U.S. flags.

On 14 Mar 23, Chief of Staff - Naval Staff, RADM Edwin Leong met his counterpart, Vice Chief of Naval Operations, ADM Lisa Franchetti at the Pentagon.

At the meeting, both RADM Leong and ADM Franchetti reaffirmed the strong and longstanding partnership between both navies, and looked forward to continued engagements to further enhance cooperation.

As the Navy's Chief Sustainability Officer, RADM Leong also attended the 15th Operational Energy Summit as part of his working visit.

Keeping our ties warm with the Indonesian Navy

31 Jan 23

Split-screen image of Singapore Navy officers and Indonesian Navy officers in separate conference rooms, smiling and engaging in a virtual bilateral discussion.

Our Chief of Navy RADM Aaron Beng met with the new Chief of the Indonesian Navy ADM Muhammad Ali via VTC this afternoon. Both leaders reaffirmed the strong and long-standing relationship between our navies and discussed areas of further cooperation in maritime security.

Our navies interact regularly through exercises such as Exercise Eagle Indopura and Exercise Super Garuda Shield, as well as through visits and professional exchanges.

ADM Muhammad Ali has been a good friend and consistent supporter of the TNI AL-RSN relationship. We would like to congratulate him on his appointment as Chief of Navy and look forward to more opportunities to strengthen the friendship between our navies.

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