Ministers Reaffirm Commitment to Five-Country Defence Pact

Ministers reaffirm commitment to five-country defence pact

SINGAPORE: Ministers from five countries have reaffirmed their nations' commitment to a defence agreement that has been in place for more than 50 years. The Five Power Defence Arrangements (FDPA) was formed in 1971 against the backdrop of armed conflict across Southeast Asia, and comprises Singapore, Malay

Chan Chun Sing meets counterparts from five-power defence nations, other defence ministers

Mindef said the FPDA continues to play a key role in promoting regional cooperation. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Ministers reaffirm dedication to five-country defence pact

SINGAPORE: Ministers from 5 nations have reaffirmed their nations’ dedication to a defence settlement that has been in place for greater than 50 years. The 5 Energy Defence Preparations (FDPA) was shaped in 1971 towards the backdrop of armed battle throughout Southeast Asia, and includes Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand and the UK. Singapore’s Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing hosted breakfast on Saturday (Might 31) for Australia’s Mini…