Conflict and Co-operation: Diplomacy and Deterrence

Diplomacy

As a means of Resolving Disagreements
- Differences settled peacefully without violence or force
- Other countries can be called in for help in resolving issues

As a means of International Cooperation
- Providing assistance and transfer of knowledge and skills
- Solve common problems such as smuggling
- International boycott and the likes

Types of Diplomatic Relations

Bilateral Relations (Transfer of technology and skills from Germany)

Regional Relations (ASEAN)
- To promote economic, social and cultural development of the region
- Protect the peace and stability of the region
- Provide opportunities for member countries to discuss and resolve such differences peacefully

International Relations (UN)
- Providing help to countries in need
- Giving a voice to every member country
- Safeguarding peace and stability

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Singapore and Deterrence

Citizen Armed Force
- National Service established
- Able-bodied men from the age of 18 are to attend National Service

Total Defence
- Psychological
- Economic
- Social
- Military
- Civil

Singapore’s Defence Industry
- Research and Development
- Continuous upgrading of machinery

Military Cooperation
- Training and interaction with armed forces of participating countries

Bilateral Defense Exercises and Training
- Bilateral exercises conducted with Australia, New Zealand, Taiwan, India and the United States
- The RSAF set up a new training facility in Queensland, Australia

Mulilateral Defence Exercises
- Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA)
- Members are Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore and Britain