Singaporean and UK military officers discussed evolving global security dynamics during a dialogue at the Singapore High Commission in London.
A group of military officers attending the United Kingdom’s Advanced Command and Staff Course, including two Singaporean participants Major P. Skandan and Major Tan Jek-Kai, visited the Singapore High Commission in London for a dialogue session with High Commissioner Ng Teck Hean. The engagement provided an opportunity to exchange perspectives on global security challenges and deepening defence cooperation.
During the session, High Commissioner Ng emphasised how the post–World War II international order, once grounded in multilateralism and shared economic progress, had been reshaped by intensifying strategic rivalry and rising geopolitical fragmentation. He highlighted the increasing complexity of the security environment, driven by both traditional and emerging threats.
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High Commissioner Ng also discussed how modern defence strategies must now address non-traditional risks such as cyberattacks, disinformation campaigns, and influence operations, which have become central elements of contemporary security considerations. He stressed the importance of building national resilience and developing adaptive capabilities to navigate uncertainty.
Participants agreed on the need for like-minded partners such as Singapore and the United Kingdom to strengthen cooperation, update strategic assumptions, and invest in future-ready defence capabilities. The dialogue reinforced shared commitments to safeguarding stability amid rapid global change.
High Commissioner Ng was joined by Defence Attaché Colonel Cheong Yunn Shaur at the session, which contributed to ongoing efforts to deepen professional exchanges between defence establishments.
Source: Singapore HIgh Commission in London and Embassy to Ireland and Iceland
