Mindef's Army Information Centre using WhatsApp to share stories and feedback with soldiers since last May

The circulation of the messages first came to light earlier this month, when a screenshot of a message was published online. It drew attention to Facebook posts by netizens who wrote about their support for the SAF and NS. PHOTO: ST FILE
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SINGAPORE - The Army Information Centre (AIC) has been using WhatsApp to share content with commanders and servicemen since May last year, as part of its engagement efforts.

The content comprises stories written by national servicemen and feedback that the AIC receives, the Ministry of Defence said on Thursday (Feb 21), in response to queries from The Straits Times.

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