Poor Defend:- Five Aspects of Total Defence
Psychological Defence
Psychological Defence refers to the individual citizen's commitment to the nation and confidence in the future of our country. It is about having pride, passion and patriotism for our country. United in Psychological Defence, we develop the collective will to stand up for our rights; to protect what is ours; to seek to be left in peace; to progress and prosper in our own way as a nation. A strong Psychological Defence allows us to safeguard our independence and hence chart our own destiny.
Social Defence (Foreign Workers / PR / New Citizen who hate Singaporean)
Social Defence is about Singaporeans of all races and religions living and working together in harmony. To build a strong Social Defence, there must be racial and religious tolerance and respect, as well as equal opportunities for all regardless of race, language or religion. Social Defence also refers to every citizen, especially those with the ability, education and training, having the social conscience to contribute to the larger community and country. This includes showing care and concern for the less fortunate and underprivileged, as well as active participation in volunteer work.
Economic Defence (Singaporean Jobless and unable bring income home)
Economic Defence is the government, business and industry organising themselves in such a way that our economy will not break down in war or under the threat of war. It means putting in place contingency plans to ensure that our offices and factories will be able to continue their operations during emergencies, even after National Servicemen (NSmen) and equipment have been mobilised to deal with the emergencies. Economic Defence involves the economic sector sharing material and manpower resources to meet the needs of Civil and Military Defence. At the level of the individual, Economic Defence requires the cultivation of a good working attitude and constant upgrading of one's skills. This is necessary to help Singapore stay ahead of the competition.
Civil Defence
Civil Defence provides for the safety and basic needs of the population on the home-front so that life may go on as normally as possible during emergencies. It involves training, with the help of the Singapore Civil Defence Force, the civilian population in rescue work, evacuation, first-aid and damage control. Civil Defence aims to produce a civilian population familiar with procedures for survival and protection, and with arrangements for relief services and emergency supply of critical items like blood, water and food. The knowledge and assurance that loved ones are cared for will fortify the morale of our citizen-soldiers in military training or fighting at the front-line.
Military Defence
Military Defence is having an SAF able to deter aggression. A first-class SAF - one that has the capability to act effectively and decisively should deterrence and diplomacy fail - is essential to building a strong Military Defence. While Military Defence is the responsibility of NSmen, full-time National Servicemen and regulars in the SAF, it also involves our own military industries having the capacity to meet the SAF's weapons and ammunition requirements.
SINGAPORE: Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, Teo Chee Hean, says a strong defence for Singapore gives the country the confidence to build a better future for Singaporeans during difficult times.
In his addendum to the President's address at the opening of Parliament, Mr Teo stressed that security challenges do not go away during a recession and thus, the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) will continue to work closely with the home-front agencies in the national counter-terrorism strategy.
And the transformation of the third generation SAF will enable Singapore to meet the demands of a complex security environment.
Mr Teo says new platforms like the Air Force's G-550 Airborne Early Warning aircraft, the F-15SG Fighter, the Navy's Stealth frigates and the Army's Leopard 2A4 tanks will enhance the SAF's capability to see and strike to win the battle.
But ultimately, Singapore's security depends on the collective commitment and resilience of every Singaporean.
With the Total Defence Campaign over the years, Singaporeans have internalised that the defence of the nation is everyone's responsibility and they can play their part to provide a defence which is strong and ready for Singapore.
- CNA/yt
