Strong SAF underpins S'pore's peace and security: Tony Tan
By Karen Ng | Posted: 14 January 2012 2149 hrs
President Tony Tan Keng Yam inspecting the Officer Cadet contingents at the 83rd Officer Cadet Course commissioning parade held at SAFTI Military Institute. (Photo: MINDEF)
SINGAPORE: President Tony Tan Keng Yam said a strong Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) underpins the peace and security of the country.
Dr Tan said Singaporeans must never take peace and stability for granted, in a world where new and more complex challenges have arisen in the security landscape.
Dr Tan made these points when he addressed 472 officer cadets who were commissioned as officers after completing the Officer Cadet Course. He also reviewed the parade at SAFTI Military Institute.
The officers completed 38 weeks of rigorous training and honed their combat, planning and leadership skills. They will take on command, instructional or staff appointments in the SAF.
Dr Tan reminded them of their responsibilities ahead and urged them to lead by example.
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By Karen Ng | Posted: 14 January 2012 2149 hrs
President Tony Tan Keng Yam inspecting the Officer Cadet contingents at the 83rd Officer Cadet Course commissioning parade held at SAFTI Military Institute. (Photo: MINDEF)
SINGAPORE: President Tony Tan Keng Yam said a strong Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) underpins the peace and security of the country.
Dr Tan said Singaporeans must never take peace and stability for granted, in a world where new and more complex challenges have arisen in the security landscape.
Dr Tan made these points when he addressed 472 officer cadets who were commissioned as officers after completing the Officer Cadet Course. He also reviewed the parade at SAFTI Military Institute.
The officers completed 38 weeks of rigorous training and honed their combat, planning and leadership skills. They will take on command, instructional or staff appointments in the SAF.
Dr Tan reminded them of their responsibilities ahead and urged them to lead by example.
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