Rear Admiral (RADM) Garin Golding, Chief of the Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN), is currently on an introductory visit to Singapore from 11 to 13 February 2025.
During his visit, RADM Golding met with Singapore’s Minister for Defence, Dr Ng Eng Hen, at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF), and also called on Vice Admiral Aaron Beng, Chief of Defence Force, and RADM Sean Wat, Chief of Navy.
The visit included an inspection of the Guard of Honour at MINDEF and a tour of the RSS Tenacious, a Formidable-class frigate, at RSS Singapura – Changi Naval Base.
This visit coincides with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Singapore and New Zealand, highlighting the enduring defence partnership between the two nations.
The Royal Singapore Navy (RSN) and RNZN maintain a robust relationship through regular professional exchanges, visits, and participation in joint exercises such as the bilateral Exercise Lion Zeal.
They also engage in multilateral exercises under frameworks like the Five Power Defence Arrangements, the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus, and the Western Pacific Naval Symposium.
These interactions have been pivotal in enhancing mutual trust and interoperability between the navies, fostering professional rapport and ties among their personnel. RADM Golding’s visit underscores the commitment of both nations to continue strengthening their defence collaboration, ensuring regional stability and security.
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