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Rethinking Singapore’s defence innovation in a multipolar world

A key challenge is navigating geopolitical tensions, export controls and technological disruptions amid growing techno-nationalism.

The Singapore Army’s High Mobility Artillery Rocket System will also be upgraded to integrate newer and more capable rockets.

The Singapore Army’s High Mobility Artillery Rocket System will be upgraded to integrate newer and more capable rockets.

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Singapore’s recent announcement that it will

deepen investments in drones, countermeasures and the new Defence Cyber Command

marks a significant step in bolstering its defence capabilities. The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) is establishing new units to integrate uncrewed vehicles with the air force and army, alongside setting up counter-drone capabilities and cyber defences to protect critical national infrastructure.

However, these hardware acquisitions, while essential for the ongoing next-generation SAF transformation, only address part of the challenge for developing Singapore’s defence-technological capabilities.

Rethinking Singapore’s defence innovation in a multipolar world

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