The reception at Eden Hall celebrated the longstanding defence partnership between the United Kingdom and Singapore and marked the handover of the UK’s Defence Adviser in Singapore.
The United Kingdom celebrated Armed Forces Day with a reception at Eden Hall in Singapore, bringing together representatives from the Singapore Armed Forces, the diplomatic community, academia and industry.
Major General Lee Yi-Jin attended the event as Guest of Honour alongside General Sir Rob Magowan. The reception concluded with a sunset ceremony supported by HMS Spey.
The event also marked the transition of the UK Defence Adviser to Singapore and Head British Defence Staff from Brigadier Eddie Maskell-Pedersen to Colonel Charlie Scott.
The reception celebrated the service and dedication of the United Kingdom’s Armed Forces while recognising the longstanding defence partnership between the United Kingdom and Singapore.
Source: UK in Singapore
