THIS week from the 4th to 6th of April 2021, Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Calgary will be making a stop at Changi Naval Base, Singapore as it makes its way through the Indo-Pacific and Middle Eastern regions on Operations PROJECTION and ARTEMIS. These operations are intended to further strengthen Canada’s relations with regional partners and contribute to maritime security and stability.
Canada and Singapore enjoy strong and friendly bilateral relations. With over 125 Canadian companies located in Singapore, and bilateral trade totaling more than $2 billion a year, the commercial relationship is particularly robust. Both countries are signatories to the recent CPTPP. Shared interests also make Singapore and Canada natural partners on important global issues, such as climate change and regional security.
The two countries also work closely together in regional and international organizations, given Canada’s status as a Dialogue Partner with ASEAN; our collaboration in in APEC and the WTO; as well as through Singapore’s contributions as an observer to the Arctic Council. In defence relations, Canada and Singapore have increased their engagement with bilateral defence talks and the exchange of personnel on leadership and unique skills courses.
The two countries work closely together in regional and international organizations, given Canada’s status as a Dialogue Partner with ASEAN; our collaboration in in APEC and the WTO; as well as through Singapore’s contributions as an observer to the Arctic Council.
During a regular deployment, HMCS Calgary would stop for a longer period of time and the crew would get off the ship, however, extra precautions are being taken during this visit because of the COVID-19 pandemic. During the visit, all of the crew will remain on ship as a protection measure against COVID-19.
Operations PROJECTION and ARTEMIS demonstrate Canada’s ongoing commitment to global peace and security. The deployment of HMCS Calgary to the Indo-Pacific and Middle East regions contributes to making the world more secure and stable and shows how the Royal Canadian Navy is ready to support Canada’s interests around the world.
Commander Mark O’Donohue (pictured left) Commanding Officer, Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship Calgary Quote “The officers and crew of Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship Calgary are excited to be stopping in Singapore during our current deployment through the Indo-Pacific region. Despite COVID-19 precautions preventing us from going ashore, our visit marks Canada’s commitment to regional maritime security and stability. We are honoured to be visiting Singapore.”
H.E. Lynn McDonald (pictured right), High Commissioner of Canada to Singapore Quote “Security in Asia-Pacific is inseparable from Canada’s security. We are therefore delighted to welcome HMCS Calgary to Singapore. This sixth Canadian ship visit to Singapore in the past five years is a concrete demonstration of our deepening defence and security ties.”
Operation PROJECTION demonstrates Canada’s ongoing commitment to global peace through a commitment to work with Allies and partners to enhance military cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
Operation ARTEMIS is Canada’s contribution to a coordinated multinational effort, Combined Task Force 150, to deter and deny terrorists the use of the seas as a venue for illegal activities that they use to fund or conceal their movements.
During Operation PROJECTION, HMCS Calgary is conducting training, exercises, and cooperative deployments with foreign partners. For example, in July 2021, the ship will participate with Australia and United States during Exercise TALISMAN SABRE.
Quick Facts:
- Operation PROJECTION demonstrates Canada’s ongoing commitment to global peace through a commitment to work with Allies and partners to enhance military cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
- Operation ARTEMIS is Canada’s contribution to a coordinated multinational effort, Combined Task Force 150, to deter and deny terrorists the use of the seas as a venue for illegal activities that they use to fund or conceal their movements.
- During Operation PROJECTION, HMCS Calgary is conducting training, exercises, and cooperative deployments with foreign partners. For example, in July 2021, the ship will participate with Australia and United States during Exercise TALISMAN SABRE.
