Responding to the question on why Malays had previously been excluded from the navy, Dr Ng said that it was a "practical issue"of having halal-certified kitchens aboard ships.
"(This is) because in a confined space, it is hard to have a halal kitchen. If you spend months out at sea, it is difficult."
But provisions have been made for Malay Muslims who are willing to serve, said Ng.
"So we made and found some accommodation and started to have Malays in the navy as well, if the person is willing."
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"(This is) because in a confined space, it is hard to have a halal kitchen. If you spend months out at sea, it is difficult."
But provisions have been made for Malay Muslims who are willing to serve, said Ng.
"So we made and found some accommodation and started to have Malays in the navy as well, if the person is willing."
- See more at: http://news.asiaone.com/news/singapore/saf-putting-best-people-best-positions#sthash.JJHZAQeO.dpuf