SAR-21 for Singapore

Article Abstract:

The Singapore Assault Rifle for the 21st century or SAR 21 was conceptualized in 1993 by the Chartered Industries of Singapore as a replacement for the M16 rifle issued to the Singapore Armed Forces. The key features of the SAR 21 rifle are its integrated day/night sighting capability, reduced recoil, full automatic controllability and additional safety features. In addition, the rifle is lighter and shorter than the M- 16.

Small Arms Manufacturing, Automatic Rifles, Rifles, Automatic weapons

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'A capable Air Force to defend Singapore'

Article Abstract:

Major General Lim Kim Choon, Chief of Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF), details the role and functions of RSAF within the overall framework of Singapore's defense and security policy. Choon states that the objectives and roles of RSAF have remained unchanged, by assuring that RSAF is a capable and operationally ready air force to defend Singapore.

Executive changes & profiles, Officials and employees, Choon, Lim Kim, Singapore. Air Force

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The impetus for SAF Soldier modernisation

Article Abstract:

The article examines the key features of the modernization process of the Singaporean Armed Forces (SAF) aimed to transform it into a 3rd Generation force.

Facilities & equipment, Evaluation, Equipment and supplies, Defense programs, Defence programs, Singapore. Armed Forces

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