The Singapore Armed Forces: Are Citizen-Soldiers Still Relevant Today?

Abstract

Conscription will remain relevant for Singapore even as global trends indicate more countries are gravitating towards an All-Volunteer Force (AVF) in the new security paradigm. It is Singapore's unique demographics, economics, geography, and historical background that define the relationship between the Soldier and Citizen, leading to the latter partaking in the responsibility of defense. Notwithstanding the continued use of conscription to fill its ranks, the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) can still fulfill the desired roles of modern armed forces in combating the prevailing security threats, while serving as the national institution of Singapore.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 14, 2011
Accession Number
ADA600729

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  • Iain Hoo

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  • Marine Corps University

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