Minister Alvin Tan inspects the 59th Specialist Cadet Graduation Parade, celebrating the graduation of 877 SAF Specialists and Military Experts.
Minister of State for the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth, and Ministry of Trade and Industry, Mr. Alvin Tan, inspected the 59th Specialist Cadet Graduation Parade at Pasir Laba Camp. A total of 877 Specialist Cadet Trainees (SCTs) and Military Expert Trainees (ME1Ts) graduated as Specialists and Military Experts of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).
The graduates comprised 704 from the Singapore Army, 30 from the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN), 65 from the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF), and 78 from the Digital and Intelligence Service (DIS).
In his address, Mr. Tan highlighted the importance of leadership in navigating complexities and challenges. He emphasized the need for SAF leaders to remain agile and adaptive in their leadership journey, stating, “As newly minted leaders in the SAF, we expect you to stand at the forefront of change and lead your teams through these uncertain times. You will face challenges beyond technical and specialist expertise, especially in fostering camaraderie and developing a strong fighting spirit in your teams. I strongly encourage all of you to think innovatively and adapt your leadership styles to inspire the men and women under your charge.”
Mr. Tan also expressed gratitude to the graduands’ families for their unwavering support. He acknowledged the sacrifices made by SAF service personnel and the crucial role of family support in enabling them to undertake their National Service duties.
The graduation parade marked the completion of the 22-week Specialist Cadet Course, where the trainees underwent rigorous and realistic training to hone their vocational expertise. The newly graduated Specialists and Military Experts will now assume command, training, and staff appointments within the SAF. The event was attended by senior SAF commanders, as well as families and friends of the graduands.
Source – MINDEF
