The MOU will enable both countries to leverage emerging tech to address ongoing security challenges.
US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong reaffirmed the longstanding bilateral defence relations between Singapore and the US.
The MOU was signed at Shangri-La Hotel by Singapore’s chief defence scientist Tan Peng Yam and Mr Douglas Beck, director of the US’ Defence Innovation Unit and senior adviser to the secretary of defence. Meeting before they witnessed the signing of the MOU, Dr Ng and Mr Austin reaffirmed their countries’ mutually beneficial partnership and discussed ways to strengthen defence cooperation.
Mr Austin also conveyed his appreciation for Singapore’s consistent support for the US military presence in our region, including the hosting of rotational deployments. They also exchanged views on geopolitical developments and the regional security architecture, and reiterated their shared commitment to stability and prosperity in the region.Mr Austin affirmed the US’ continued support for the Singapore Armed Forces’ training in the US, and PM Wong emphasised Singapore’s longstanding support for the US’ regional presence.
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