Transcript Total Defence Day 2008

Total Defence Day
2008
There is a part for everyone!
5 aspects of Total Defence
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Military Defence
Civil Defence
Economic Defence
Social Defence
Psychological Defence
Military Defence is about…
• Deterring aggression
• Being operationally ready
• Being able to meet all kinds of
challenges
Civil Defence is about…
• Knowing what to do during civil
emergencies
• Being vigilant and alert at all times
Economic Defence is about…
• Staying relevant and competitive
through rapid change and development
• Putting in place robust economic
systems that can continue to function in
times of crisis.
Social Defence is about…
• Singaporeans of all races and religions
living and working together in harmony
• Helping fellow Singaporeans
Psychological Defence is about…
• Having pride in, and being loyal and
committed to our country
• Having the will, resolve (determination)
and resilience to overcome challenges
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Key Message (Confidence)
• To survive, we must see opportunities
in challenges.
• We should also give back to society and
help Singaporeans who are less
fortunate.
Key Message (Confidence)
• Together we built a country.
Key Message (Confidence)
• Though we are small we can soar if we
are resourceful and have
determination.
• We must always hold our heads high
with our “never-say-die” spirit.
Key Message (Cohesion)
• Every Singaporean has his/her own
strength and area of expertise which
can be used to complement the
strength of others.
• Together, Singaporeans can paint a
beautiful future.
Key Message (Cohesion)
• We must stay united in a crisis to
ensure our nation's continued survival.
• Unity is strength.
Key Message (Cohesion)
• Racial and religious harmony is our
strength.
• We have a good level of understanding
and harmony among the different races.
Key Message (Cohesion)
• Teamwork and a firm collective will can
be a formidable defence against
adversity.
Key Message (Cohesion)
• Cooperation and teamwork yields better
results than rivalry and competition
Key Message (Commitment)
• We may each be different but we have
common values that transcend our
ethnic differences.
• We are connected as one to achieve
common goals for Singapore.
Key Message (Commitment)
• We cannot be complacent about the
peace and security we enjoy today and
must be committed to defending it.
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• Everyone can play a part in TD
• Each and every one of us is able to make a
difference.
• Always be ready to undertake any challenges
and opportunity in our path.
• We need to stay vigilant and not be
complacent.
• We need to be ready and prepared at all
times.
• Stay positive and turn challenges into
opportunities.
Total Defence Day
2008
There is a part for everyone!