Updated: 26 May, 2009

Singapore

• National Service Medal

   
• List of new Singapore awards - Authorized by Supplementary Legislation No S324 which appeared in Government Gazette No 39 dated 2 August 1996. (In most cases, only the ribbon has changed. This change covers only the civilian awards. There were no changes to the military medals) (Source: OMRS Jigsaw Issue 63 4/97)
  1. The Star of Tamasek (Bintang Tamasek) - Instituted in 1970, for acts of exceptional courage by members of the armed forces or police. (Ref: Ribbons and Medals)
  2. The Order of Tamasek (Darjah Utama Tamasek) (3 Classes)
  3. The Order of Nila Utama (Darjah Utama Nila Utama) (3 Classes)
  4. The Certificate of Honour (Sijil Kemuliaan)
  5. The Distinguished Service Order (Military) (Darjah Utama Bakti Cemerlang)
  6. The Medal of Honour (Pingat Kehormatan)
  7. The Conspicuous Gallantry Medal Military) (Pingat Gagah Perkasa)
  8. The Meritorious Service Medal (Military) (Pingat Jasa Gemilang)
  9. The Public Service Star (Bintang Bakti Masyarakat)
  10. The Public Administration Medal  (Military) (Pingat Pentabiran Awam) (3 Classes)
  11. The Medal of Valour (Pingat Keberanian)
  12. The Commendation Medal (Military) (Pingat Penghargaan) (New Award)
  13. The Public Service Medal (Pingat Bakti Masyarakat)
  14. The Efficiency Medal (Military) (Pingat Berkebolehan)
  15. The Long Service Medal (pingat Bakti Setia)
  16. The Singapore Police Service Overseas Service Medal (New Award)
  17. The Singapore Police Service Good Service Medal (New Award)
  18. The SAF Overseas Medal (Non-operational)
  19. The SAF Long Service and Good Conduct Medal
  20. The SAF Good Service Medal

• Medals of the Singapore Police Force   (Also shows old and new medals) (Apr 02)

   

• Medals of Singapore(IEPE)

• Orders, Decorations and Medal of Singapore Megan C. Robertson

• Review of SAF Medals This year, a few changes have been made to the SAF Service Medals, which were established in the mid 1970s. These include the introduction of a new SAF 20- year medal and an amendment of the qualifying period, from 12 years to 10 years, for the SAF Long Service and Good Conduct Medal. These changes, which were part of the RECORD IV Committee's recommendations, aim to better recognise NS key appointment holders and NS Volunteers who continue their service beyond the mandatory National Service liability period. It will also align the existing eligibility criteria for SAF Service Medals with the current career length and service period for regular serviceman and NSmen. mindef.gov.sg 22 Nov 06

• National Fay Awards 2002 - Complete list of recipients (Mar 03)

• Medal for RBLF chief Singapore has awarded the military Meritorious Service Medal to the commander of the Royal Brunei Land Forces, Pehin Datu Lailaraja Colonel Hj Awg Halbi Hj Md Yusof for his "outstanding contributions" to the strengthening of ties between the armies two Southeast Asian neighbours. (Nov 02)

• They made an impact - in different ways More than 3,000 people from the arts to business to the grassroots are honoured in this year's National Day Awards. Topping the list of winners is Dr Cham Tao Soon, a distinguished professor at NTU, Dr Cham will receive the Distinguished Service Order award. The Meritorious Service Medal will be conferred on Commissioner of Police Koh Boon Hui and artist Tan Swie Hian. The Meritorious Service Medal (Military) award will go to Lieutenant-General (NS) Lim Chuan Poh, who served as the Chief of Defence Force of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) from April 2000 to March this year. Among those who will receive the Public Service Star award are grassroot and community leaders. Straits Times, Singapore - 8 Aug 2003 Official List of Recipients 2003 Also list of 2002 and 2001 recipients  Brave hearts who battled virus recognised in N-Day awards - Straits Times

• 6 who showed exceptional bravery in RSS Courageous rescue to receive special award Six police officers who exhibited great courage in the rescue efforts of the RSS Courageous under extremely trying conditions, will be awarded the Police Medal of Valour at the National Day Awards Investiture on 5 November. The team of 39 officers involved in the rescue efforts had received on April 3 a team award, the Minister for Home Affairs Awards for Operational Excellence. They six officers are: DSP1 Stephen Tan Wee Wah, SSS Mohd Ramli Bin Mohd Shariff, Sgt Darren Lee Swee Keng, Sgt Mohd Faizal Bin Ali, Cpl (NS) Don Teo Seng Guan, and Cpl (NS) Sukiman Bin Isnin. Channelnewsasia 8 Oct 03

• Air Marshal (retired) Errol John McCormack received the prestigious military award, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera), or the Meritorious Service Medal. Straittimes 21 Nov 03

• Singapore honours Thai air force chief with award Singapore presented the chief of Thailand's air force, Kongsak Vantana, with the Meritorious Service Medal. Spacewar.com 13 Dec 03

• Orders, Decorations, and Medals of Singapore (Antiques A to Z)

• Over 300 SAF personnel receive medals for overseas peacekeeping missions More than 300 SAF personnel were awarded medals for their roles in overseas peacekeeping missions. Defence Minister Teo Chee Hean handed out the awards to those who had contributed their services on missions to Timor-Leste, Ethiopia, and Eritrea. Medals were also given to those who served in the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The recipients include those recently deployed to Iraq. To date, nearly 1,200 SAF peacekeepers have been deployed to East Timor alone. channelnewsasia 13 Jan 03

• The Far Eastern Volunteers Site Dedicated to the volunteer forces of Malaya and Singapore

• Indon Mily Chief gets Medal from Singapore Chief of the Indonesian Defense Force (TNI), Gen Endriartono Sutarto, received Singapore`s high military order, the Darjah Utama Bhakti Cemerlang, from Singaporean President SR Nathan. It said the order was given to Endriartono for the support he has given to the professional exchange between the respective armed forces of Indonesia and Singapore, which has strengthened the two countries` military relations. antara.co.id 4 Feb 04

• Top medal for highway tragedy heroes Mr Heng Yeow Pheow, the foreman went in to get his workers out, but did not make it to safety himself. For risking their lives in the Nicoll Highway cave-in, these men have been awarded the Medal of Valour, Singapore's top award for bravery. While Mr Heng will not be present to receive the Medal of Valour, nine others will. They are SCDF officers from the Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team who were most directly involved in the search and rescue operations. The award has been given out twice in recent times: to 14 front-line health-care workers after last year's Sars outbreak, and to the commandos who successfully stormed a hijacked Singapore Airlines plane in 1991. SCDF Commissioner James Tan, who was in charge of the rescue operation, will receive the Public Administration Medal (Gold) and 18 other SCDF officers will be awarded other State medals. straitstimes.asia1.com.sg May 04

• 203 SAF servicemen and women get Overseas Service Medals Most of the 203 officers were deployed to the Gulf as part of Singapore's contribution to the reconstruction of Iraq. The rest were awarded for their service in the missions to East Timor. We were supposed to protect the Al-Basra oil terminal said Lt-Col Li Lit Siew, Commander Officer of RSS Endurance, referring to the Iraq mission.  "Not everyone there has the proficiency in English language like we Singaporeans do. It's very important we respect their opinion and we must master the art of listening very carefully whenever they talk, try to understand what they are trying to say," said Lt-Col Vijayakumar, contingent commander of the East Timor mission. channelnewsasia.com 24 May 04

• MINDEF Recognises and Rewards Outstanding Personel Every year, the Commendation and Efficiency Medals are awarded to those who have demonstrated exceptional efficiency, dedication to duty, initiative, thoroughness and resourcefulness during their course of duty. mindef.gov 19 Nov 96

• Singapore's First Military Advisor in Greater Support for UN List of medal recipients. mindef.gov 20 May 97

• Swedish Navy Chief Confered Prestigious Award VADM Nordbeck was conferred one of Singapore's most prestigious awards, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) Meritorious Service Medal (Military). VADM Nordbeck, the first Swedish officer to receive the Meritorious Service Medal (Military), was conferred the award for his support and contributions in promoting excellent cooperation and friendship between the RSN and RSwN. mindef.gov 27 Feb 98

• Thai Army and Navy Chiefs Receive Prestigious Military Award In recognition of the significant role they played in fostering close ties between the navies and armies of both Singapore and Thailand, the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy (RTN), Admiral (ADM) Daweesak Somabha, and the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Army (RTA), General Somdhat Attanand, were conferred Singapore’s prestigious military award, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) [Meritorious Service Medal (Military)]. mindef.gov 21 Aug 03

• Thai Army Chief Receives Prestigious Award The Commander in Chief of the Royal Thai Army, General (GEN) Pramon Phalasin, was conferred the Meritorious Service Medal (Military) for his significant contributions to strengthening the excellent ties between the Royal Thai Army and the Singapore Army, and enhancing the close relationship between the Royal Thai Armed Forces and the Singapore Armed Forces. mindef.gov 20 Aug 96

• Dr Tan Confers Prestigious Military Award to Thai Navy Chief The Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy (RTN), Admiral (ADM) Suvatchai Kasemsook, was conferred the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentara) [Meritorious Service Medal (Military)], for his efforts in promoting excellent ties and friendship between the RTN and the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN). mindef.gov 14 Aug 98

• Thai Air Force Chief Receives Prestigious Military Award In recognition of the significant role he has played in fostering close ties between the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) and the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF), the Commander-in-Chief of the RTAF, Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Kongsak Vantana, was conferred Singapore’s prestigious military award, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) [Meritorious Service Medal (Military)]. mindef.gov 13 Dec 03

• MINDEF Volunteers The 3 MINDEF volunteers - LTC(NS) Wee Leong How, Chairman of the SAFRA Executive Committee (Tampines Clubhouse) and member of the SAFRA Management Committee; CPT Pow Tuk Kwan, Lifetime Honorary Member of the Youth Flying Club; and Mr Lee Ong Pong, Chairman of the National Service Enlistment Advisory Board - received their Public Service Medals. mindef.gov 20 Nov 98

• US Air Force Chief of Staff Awarded Meritorious Service Medal (Military) General (GEN) Michael E. Ryan, Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force (USAF), was conferred the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) [Meritorious Service Medal (Military)] for his outstanding role in fostering closer ties between the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) and the USAF. mindef.gov 23 Oct 00

• Singapore to Deploy Peacekeepers for the United Nations Transitional Authority in East Timor (UNTAET) Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, Dr Tony Tan, presented the SAF Overseas Medal to 25 servicemen who completed their tour of duty in UN peacekeeping and humanitarian missions in Kuwait and East Timor. DPM Tan also sent off another 25 servicemen to replace those who have returned from these missions. List of Medal Recipients mindef.gov 24 Mar 01

• Indonesian Commander in Chief Confered Prestigious Military Medal The Commander-in-Chief of the Indonesian National Defence Force (PANG-TNI), Admiral (ADM) Widodo Adisutjipto, was in Singapore on an introductory visit from 18 to 19 Feb 2000. As part of his visit, he was conferred Singapore's prestigious military award, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) [Meritorious Service Medal (Military)] in recognition of ADM Widodo's key role in fostering closer ties between the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) and the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) while he was the Indonesian Navy Chief of Staff from Jul 98 to Jul 99. mindef.gov 19 Feb 00

• Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Army conferred Prestigious Military Award The Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Army, General (GEN) Endriartono Sutarto, was conferred Singapore’s prestigious military award, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) [Meritorious Service Medal (Military)] in recognition of his role in fostering closer ties between the Indonesian Army and the Singapore Army.  mindef.gov 21 Aug 01

• Breakdown of SAF Overseas Medal Recipients Breakdown by UN mission. mindef.gov.sg 19 Dec 01

• The SAF in UNIKOM For his act of bravery, without regard for his personal safety, CPT (NS) Kok was awarded the SAF Medal for Distinguished Act on 30 May 1998. This is the first time the medal has been awarded to SAF personnel participating in UN peacekeeping missions. mindef.gov.sg 5 Dec 03

• Congratulations List of SAF Medal recipients mindef.gov.sg Oct 03

• French Chief of Air Force Confered Prestigious Military Medal The Chief of Staff, French Air Force, General (GEN) Jean Rannou was conferred Singapore's prestigious military award, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) [Meritorious Service Medal (Military)] in appreciation of GEN Rannou's significant role in fostering excellent ties and friendship between the French Air Force (FAF) and the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF). mindef.gov.sg 15 Oct 99

• Citation for the Presentation of the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) , the Meritorious Serivce Medal (Military) to General Jean-Pierre Job Chief of Staff, French Air Force For his significant efforts and contributions to strengthening the defence ties between the French Air Force and the Republic of Singapore Air Force, General Jean-Pierre Job is awarded the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera). mindef.gov.sg 24 Jul 02

• Brunei's Air Force Chief receives Medal Commander of the Royal Brunei Air Force, Colonel (COL) Haji Mahmud bin Haji Saidin, was conferred the Meritorious Service Medal (Military) in recognition of his significant efforts in fostering closer interactions and enhancing the excellent ties between the air forces of Singapore and Brunei. mindef.gov 17 Jan 04

• Australian Chief of the Air Force receives prestigious Military Medal Australia's Chief of Air Force, Air Marshal (AIRMSHL) Allan Grant Houston, received the prestigious Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) [Meritorious Service Medal (Military)] in recognition of his significant role in strengthening bilateral ties between the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF). mindef.gov 1 Aug 04

• Indonesian Army Chief receives Singapore Medal The Indonesian Army's Chief of Staff, General (GEN) Ryamizard Ryacudu, was presented with the Meritorious Service Medal (Military) for strengthening the warm relations between the armies of Singapore and Indonesia. With his leadership and personal support, professional co-operation between the two armies have grown in scope. Such frequent interactions help to enhance camaraderie between both armies.  mindef.gov 24 Jun 03

• Indonesian Army Chief Confered Prestigious Military Medal The Indonesian Army Chief of Staff, General (GEN) Subagyo Hadisiswoyo, was conferred Singapore's prestigious military award, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) [Meritorious Service Medal (Military)] in recognition of GEN Subagyo's key role in fostering closer ties between the Indonesian Army and the Singapore Army. mindef.gov 28 Sep 99

• Overseas Service Medal for UNIKOM Team Seven Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) servicemen who served in the United Nations Iraq-Kuwait Observer Mission (UNIKOM), were honoured. mindef.gov.sg 7 Jan 97

• SAF Overseas Service Medal for 10 who served in UN Peacekeeping Operations Eight officers served in the UN Iraq-Kuwait Observation Mission (UNIKOM) under "Operation Blue Torch Eight" for six to 12 months from Apr 98 to Apr 99. mindef.gov.sg 22 Aug 99

• Medal Presentation Ceremony for SAF Personnel who contributed to INTERFET Operations The recipients comprise members of the SAF medical team; the crew of the two Landing Ships Tank (LSTs), RSS Excellence and RSS Intrepid; and the SAF Military Liaison Team. The SAF Medical Team was deployed in Dili, East Timor as part of the INTERFET's Forward Surgical Troop to provide medical assistance to INTERFET personnel and East Timorese civilians. The medical team treated a total of 5,080 patients. The SAF's LSTs provided the bulk of the strategic lift for INTERFET operations between Darwin and East Timor. The SAF Overseas Service Medal is awarded to SAF personnel who have participated in overseas missions and operations such as UN peacekeeping missions and international relief operations. mindef.gov.sg 24 Jan 00

• Overseas Service Medal for United Nation Peacekeepers Eight Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) servicemen who participated in United Nations (UN) peacekeeping missions were honoured. They were presented with the SAF Overseas Service Medal. Five SAF personnel, one doctor and four medics, who received the medal were part of a medical support team for the UN Military Observer Mission in Guatemala. mindef.gov 29 Jul 97

• President Nathan confers Top Military Award on Command-in-Chief of the Indonesion National Defence Force The Commander-in-Chief of the Indonesian National Defence Forces, General Endriartono Sutarto, was conferred Singapore’s highest military award, the Darjah Utama Bakti Cemerlang (Tentera) [Distinguished Service Order (Military)], by President S. R. Nathan. The Distinguished Service Order (Military) was awarded to General Sutarto in recognition of his role in forging closer ties between the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) and the Indonesian National Defence Forces. His support for professional exchanges between the two armed forces has encouraged greater interactions, strengthening the professional rapport and camaraderie between the officers and men of both countries.

• S'pore confers meritorius medal on Malaysia's Special Branch director The director of Malaysia's Special Branch was conferred Singapore's Meritorius Service Medal. Datuk Mohd Yusof Abdul Rahaman received the medal from Home Affairs Minister Wong Kan Seng. Singapore says under Datuk Mohd Yusof's leadership, there has been significant bilateral cooperation especially against terrorism, and the Malaysian Special Branch has helped make Singapore and the region safer from terrorists. channelnewsasia.com 7 Oct 04

• Nicoll Highway collapse hero gets medal SCDF Major Winston Chang, and his colleagues in the Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (Dart) unit led the rescue effort when the Nicoll Highway collapsed in April. Major Chang, who has been with SCDF for 15 years is operations head at HQ 1st Civil Defence Division. He helped coordinate the rescue work among the different teams via the Forward Command Post, a bus specially equipped with state-of-the-art communications and tracking equipment. Major Chang will receive a Commendation medal for his leadership and planning during the crisis. newpaper.asia1.com.sg 30 Nov 04

• Humanitarian operations workers get medals for their work Almost 270 individuals have been commended for their contributions to the humanitarian operations carried out in the region. They include civil defence and police officers who were sent to the Aceh province in Indonesia and Phuket resort in Thailand following the tsunami tragedy which struck on 26 December last year. Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) rescuers were among the first to arrive and offer help in tsunami-hit Phuket and Khao Lak in Thailand and Banda Aceh in Indonesia. 42 rescuers sent to Indonesia's Nias island after last month's major earthquake were also given medals. The rescuers were presented the Singapore Civil Defence Force Overseas Service Medal. Also, four members of the Singapore Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) team were presented the Singapore Police Service Overseas Service Medal in recognition of their work under trying circumstances. channelnewsasia.com 23 Apr 05

• Police Overseas Medal Image courtesy Ed Emmering

• Chief of Air Force Receives Indonesian Award The Chief of Air Force, Major-General (MG) Lim Kim Choon received the Bintang Swabhuwana Paksa Utama – Air Force Star (First Class) – from the Indonesian Government.  Commander-in-Chief of the Indonesian National Defence Forces, GEN Endriartono Sutarto, conferred the award on MG Lim Kim Choon. mindef.gov.sg 6 Jun 05

• Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, United States of America, Receives Top Military Award The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, United States of America, GEN Richard Myers, was conferred Singapore’s highest military award, the Darjah Utama Bakti Cemerlang (Tentera)  [Distinguished Service Order (Military)], by Acting President Mr Sim Kee Boon. The Distinguished Service Order (Military) was awarded to GEN Myers in recognition of his significant role in enhancing the excellent ties between the United States Armed Forces and the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).  Under General Myers’ leadership, professional interactions have been expanded to enhance the ability of the United States Armed Forces and SAF to meet new challenges, in areas such as force transformation, maritime security and counter-terrorism.  These interactions have served to enhance the professionalism and operational capabilities of the two armed forces, and strengthened mutual understanding and camaraderie between their personnel.  General Myers has also been instrumental in facilitating the SAF’s training in the United States. mindef.gov.sg 3 Jun 05

• Commander-in-Chief of Royal Thai Army conferred military medal The Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Army, General Prawit Wongsuwon, was conferred Singapore's Meritorious Service Medal (Military). This is in recognition of the instrumental role he has played in enhancing the excellent ties between armies of the two countries. channelnewsasia.com 21 Jul 05

• Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Army Receives Prestigious Military Award The Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Army, General Prawit Wongsuwon, was conferred Singapore’s prestigious military award, Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera), or the Meritorious Service Medal (Military), by Minister for Defence Teo Chee Hean. The Meritorious Service Medal (Military) was awarded to General Prawit Wongsuwon in recognition of the instrumental role he has played in enhancing the excellent ties between the Singapore Army and the Royal Thai Army. mindef.gov.sg 21 Jul 05

• Commander-In-Chief of The Royal Thai Navy Receives Prestigious Military Award The Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy, Admiral Sampop Amrapala, was conferred Singapore's prestigious military award, Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera), or the Meritorious Service Medal (Military) in recognition of his outstanding efforts and contributions to enhancing the excellent ties between the Republic of Singapore Navy and the Royal Thai Navy. mindef.gov.sg 3 Aug 05

• Commander Royal Brunei Navy Receives Prestigious Military Award The Commander of the Royal Brunei Navy, Yang Mulia Colonel JoharieBin Haji Matussin, was conferred Singapore's prestigious military award, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera), or the Meritorious Service Medal (Military), by Minister Teo on 26 Aug 05 in recognition of his outstanding contributions to forging excellent ties between the Royal Brunei Navy and the Republic of Singapore Navy. Beyond strengthening the professional ties between the two navies through bilateral exercises such as the annual exercise Pelican, Colonel Joharie has also pursued the development of good ties between the Royal Brunei Navy and the Republic of Singapore Navy through many interactions and professional forums .mindef.gov.sg 26 Aug 05

• President Confers Top Military Award on Supreme Commander of the Royal Thai Armed Forces The Supreme Commander of the Royal Thai Armed Forces (RTARF), General Chaisit Shinawatra (Extreme Left) with President S R Nathan and Chief of Defence Force Lieutenant-General Ng Yat Chung at the Istana was conferred Singapore’s highest military award, Darjah Utama Bakti Cemerlang (Tentera), or the Distinguished Service Order (Military), by President S R Nathan at the Istana.in recognition of his outstanding contributions to fostering excellent ties between the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) and the RTARF.  news.navy.mil 16 Aug 05

• Former Commander of United States Pacific Command Receives Prestigious Military Award The former Commander of United States Pacific Command, Admiral Retired (Retd) Thomas Boulton Fargo, was conferred Singapore's prestigious military award, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera), or Meritorious Service Medal by Minister Teo on 24 Aug 05 in recognition of his outstanding role in fostering closer ties between the United States Pacific Command and the Singapore Armed Forces. Under Admiral (Retd) Fargo’s leadership, the close cooperation between the United States Pacific Command and the Singapore Armed Forces has increased substantially. mindef.gov.sg 24 Aug 05

• Chief of Defence Force Receives Indonesian Award Chief of Defence Force Lieutenant-General (LG) Ng Yat Chung receiving the Bintang Yudha Dharma Utama (Grand Meritorious Military Order) in Indonesia on 23 Sep 05. mindef.gov.sg 23 Sep 05

• Singapore  Tsunami Relief Operation Medal 2004 A total of some 12,000 medals are to be awarded.

   
  75 awarded top honours for contributions to labour movement 62 individuals and 13 companies will be awarded top honours for contributions to the trade union movement. One of the recipients, Ambassador-at-large Ridzwan Dzafir, will be conferred the Distinguished Service Star which is the top award of labour movement. The award is given to a non-union person who, after having received the award, is still active and continues to render significant contributions to the trade union movement. channelnewsasia.com 24 Apr 06

• Commander Royal Brunei Land Force Receives Prestigious Military Award The Commander of the Royal Brunei Land Force (RBLF) Colonel Pengiran Dato Paduka Haji Rosli bin Pengiran Haji Chuchu was conferred Singapore's Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) or the Meritorious Service Medal (Military), by Minister for Defence Mr Teo Chee Hean for his outstanding contributions to fostering excellent ties between the RBLF and the Singapore Army. Apart from the conduct of bilateral exercises such as Exercise Maju Bersama and Exercise Bold Castle, Colonel Pengiran Rosli also actively enhanced the professional rapport and camaraderie between the officers and men of the two armies. mindef.gov.sg 11 Jan 07

• President Nathan Confers Top Military Award on the Former Chief of the New Zealand Defence Force The former Chief of Defence Force of the New Zealand Defence Force, Air Marshal (Retired) Bruce Reid Ferguson OBE, AFC, was conferred Singapore's highest military award, the Darjah Utama Bakti Cemerlang (Tentera) [Distinguished Service Order (Military)], by President S. R. Nathan at the Istana. The Distinguished Service Order (Military) was awarded to Air Marshal (Retired) Ferguson in recognition of his significant contributions in forging excellent defence ties between the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) and the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF). mindef.gov.sg 23 May 06

• President Confers Top Military Award on Supreme Commander of the Royal Thai Armed Forces The Supreme Commander of the Royal Thai Armed Forces (RTARF) GEN Ruengroj Mahasaranond was conferred Singapore's highest military award, the Darjah Utama Bakti Cemerlang (Tentera), or the Distinguished Service Order (Military) in recognition of his outstanding efforts and contributions to fostering excellent ties between the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) and the RTARF. mindef.gov.sg 19 Jul 06

• Chief of Staff of Indonesian Navy Conferred Prestigious Military Award Minister Teo (left) conferring the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) or Meritorious Service Medal (Military) on Admiral Slamet Soebijanto (Centre) in recognition of his outstanding contributions in fostering closer ties between the Indonesian Navy and the Republic of Singapore Navy. mindef.gov.sg 31 Aug 06

• Singapore Scout Association conferred highest scouting honour by Thailand The Singapore Scout Association's President, Mr Noel Hon, and its Chief Commissioner, Mr Nicholas Tang, have been awarded the highest scouting honour of Thailand. They were presented the First Class Citation Medal. The award recognises their work for the National Scout Organisation of Thailand, and for promoting stronger ties between both countries' national scout organisations. channelnewsasia.com 27 Apr 07

• Australian Chief of Air Force Receives Prestigious Military Medal Australia's Chief of Air Force, Air Marshal Geoffrey David Shepherd, received the prestigious Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) [Meritorious Service Medal (Military)] from Minister for Defence, Teo Chee Hean, at the Ministry of Defence this morning. Air Marshal Shepherd was awarded the medal in recognition of his significant contibutions to strengthening the excellent bilateral ties between the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF). mindef.gov.sg 8 May 07

• Navy Inspector of the Royal Swedish Navy Rear-Admiral (RADM) Anders Grenstad, Navy Inspector of the Royal Swedish Navy, received Singapore's prestigious military award, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) or Meritorious Service Medal (Military), from Minister for Defence Mr Teo Chee Hean. RADM Grenstad was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal (Military) in recognition of his significant role in enhancing the strong ties and good relations between the Republic of Singapore Navy and the Royal Swedish Navy. He actively facilitated the sharing of expertise and experience in submarine training and operations between the two navies. This close co-operation between the submarine communities of both navies has strengthened the submarine capabilities of the Republic of Singapore Navy. RADM Grenstad has promoted the exchange of professional knowledge in the area of mine countermeasure operations between the two navies. He has also actively encouraged regular interactions between the two navies through professional exchanges, cross-attendance of courses, visits and attachments for exercises. These interactions have enhanced the professionalism of the Royal Swedish Navy and the Republic of Singapore Navy, and deepened the rapport and understanding between their officers and men. mindef.gov.sg 17 May 07

• Indonesia confers highest civilian honour on former Singapore Singapore's former Ambassador to Indonesia Mr Edward Lee has been conferred Indonesia's highest civilian honour. Mr Lee received the "Bintang Jasa Utama" or the First Class Order of Service Award. He was Singapore's Ambassador in Jakarta from 1994 to 2006. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), the award is bestowed upon Indonesian citizens and foreigners, who have rendered great service to the people of Indonesia. channelnewsasia.com 18 Sep 07

• Indonesia's Commander-in-Chief receives highest military honour Singapore has conferred its highest military honour to the Commander-in-Chief of the Indonesian National Defence Forces. Air Chief Marshal Djoko Suyanto was awarded the Military Distinguished Service Order by Singapore's President, S R Nathan. The award recognises the commander's contributions towards enhancing strong ties between the Indonesian National Defence Forces and the Singapore Armed Forces. Under Air Chief Marshal Djoko Suyanto, officers from both countries have conducted various bilateral exercises and exchanges. These exercises included the biennial air force exercise, Elang Indopura; the annual army exercise, Safkar Indopura; the biennial navy exercise, Eagle. channelnewsasia.com 23 Nov 07

• DSO Awarded The Chief of the Australian Defence Force, Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Allan Grant Houston, was conferred Singapore's highest military award, the Darjah Utama Bakti Cemerlang (Tentera) [Distinguished Service Order (Military)], by President S. R. Nathan. The Distinguished Service Order (Military) was awarded to ACM Houston in recognition of his significant contributions to strengthening the excellent defence relations between the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF). ACM Houston has been instrumental in promoting greater cooperation between the ADF and the SAF and his strong personal support for the SAF's training in Australia has contributed significantly to enhancing the operational readiness of the SAF. mindef.gov.sg 24 Aug 07

• Royal Thai Air Force Chief conferred Meritorious Service Medal The Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Air Force has been conferred Singapore's military award, the Meritorious Service Medal. Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Chalit Pukbhasuk received the Meritorious Service Medal (Military) or Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) award from Defence Minister Teo Chee Hean.  The Commander received the award in recognition of his contributions to bilateral relations between the Royal Thai Air Force and the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF). Previous Royal Thai Air Force Chiefs who had received the Meritorious Service Medal (Military) in recent years included ACM Kongsak Vantana and ACM Sanan Tourtip. channelnewsasia.com 21 Dec 07

• Chief of the Australian Army Receives Prestigious Military Medal Chief of the Australian Army, Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Peter Leahy, received the prestigious Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) [Meritorious Service Medal (Military)] from Minister for Defence Teo Chee Hean at the Ministry of Defence this afternoon. Lt Gen Leahy was awarded the medal in recognition of his significant role in strengthening bilateral ties between the Australian Army and the Singapore Army. Lt Gen Leahy has played an instrumental role in promoting closer cooperation between the Australian Army and the Singapore Army. Under his leadership and guidance, bilateral interactions between the two Armies have increased in both scope and depth. This has been made possible through initiatives such as the annual Australian Defence Force-Singapore Armed Forces Army-to-Army Staff Talks, exchanges in areas of professional interest such as peacekeeping and network centric warfare, and cooperation in bilateral Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Explosives exercises. These exchanges and interactions have enhanced the professionalism of the two Armies, and strengthened the mutual understanding and camaraderie between their officers and men. Lt Gen Leahy's strong personal support for the Singapore Army's training in Australia has also contributed significantly to enhancing the operational readiness of the Singapore Armed Forces. mindef.gov.sg 3 Sep 07

• France honours ex-navy chief The former Chief of Navy, Rear-Admiral (NS) Ronnie Tay, has been conferred Officier (Officer) in the Order of Legion d'Honneur (Legion of Honour). The French embassy noted that as Chief of Navy, Rear-Adm (NS) Tay had 'played an instrumental role in promoting the cooperation between French and Singaporean navies'. It added that he also played a major role in transforming the Republic of Singapore Navy into a navy using cutting-edge technology, including six Formidable-class stealth frigates, the first of which had been designed and built in France. straitstimes.com 13 Nov 08

• 200 military personnel awarded SAF Overseas Service Medal The Singapore Armed Forces' (SAF) peace support missions in Iraq have come to a close, as the international coalition forces there plan a phased pull-out of troops. The final 200 Singapore military personnel there were awarded the SAF Overseas Service Medal, in recognition of their peace support efforts in the North Arabian Gulf last year. This also marks the 6th anniversary since the war in Iraq started in 2003. The servicemen and women, led by LTC Tan Bian and LTC Tan Kai Cheong, had served on board the RSS Resolution for over 113 days. Presenting the medals, Defence Minister Teo Chee Hean said contributing to international peace-keeping missions remain important to safeguarding Singapore's national security. He added that such missions bring stability to critical regions, including the Middle East, and prevents violence from being spread to other parts of the world. Altogether, the SAF had made 11 deployments to Iraq. Nearly a thousand SAF personnel had participated in peace-support operations there to date. The support included air-to-air refuelling services to coalition aircraft, transport for personnel and supplies, and guarding key installations in the Gulf. channelnewsasia.com 20 Mar 09

• Royal Thai Army Chief Receives Prestigious Military Award The Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Army (RTA), General (GEN) Anupong Paojinda, was conferred Singapore's prestigious military award, the Meritorious Service Medal (Military) [or Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera)] by Minister for Defence Teo Chee Hean at an investiture held at the Ministry of Defence. The Meritorious Service Medal (Military) was awarded to GEN Anupong in recognition of his outstanding efforts and contributions to enhancing the excellent ties between the armies of Singapore and Thailand. Under GEN Anupong's strong leadership, both armies have continued their close cooperation in a wide spectrum of activities, including the bilateral Exercise Kocha Singa, visits, courses, and other professional exchanges. Such interactions have helped to enhance professionalism and strengthened mutual understanding among the personnel of the two armies. mindef.gov.sg 22 Jan 09

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• President Nathan Confers Top Military Award on Crown Prince of Brunei His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, the Crown Prince of Brunei Darussalam and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister's Office, was conferred Singapore's highest military award, the Distinguished Service Order (Military) [or Darjah Utama Bakti Cemerlang (Tentera)], by President S R Nathan. The Distinguished Service Order (Military) was awarded to His Royal Highness in recognition of his significant role in enhancing the excellent defence ties between Brunei Darussalam and Singapore. Under His Royal Highness' guidance, the close and longstanding ties between the defence establishments of both countries have strengthened. The defence ministries of Singapore and Brunei Darussalam haveinitiated linkages through new professional initiatives such as the Singapore-Brunei Defence Scholars Exchange Programme. Bilateral exercises and professional interactions between the Royal Brunei Armed Forces and the Singapore Armed Forces have also increased in scope and complexity. mindef.gov.sg 20 Jan 09

• German Army Chief of Staff Receives Prestigious Military Award The Chief of Staff, German Army, Lieutenant-General Hans-Otto Budde, was conferred Singapore's prestigious military award the Meritorious Service Medal (Military) [or Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera)] by Minister for Defence Teo Chee Hean at an investiture held at the Ministry of Defence. The Meritorious Service Medal (Military) was awarded to LTG Budde in recognition of his significant role in enhancing the excellent ties between the armies of Singapore and Germany. LTG Budde has also been instrumental in facilitating the Singapore Armed Forces' main battle tank training exercise in Germany in March 2009. Under his guidance, interactions between the two armies have grown in scope and depth. There are more frequent exchanges of visits, attendance of each other's courses and opportunities for sharing knowledge. These interactions have strengthened the mutual understanding, rapport and camaraderie among the personnel of both armies. mindef.gov.sg 6 Mar 09

• Indonesian Army Chief of Staff Receives Prestigious Military Award The Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Army, General (GEN) Agustadi Sasongko Purnomo, was conferred Singapore's prestigious military award, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) or Meritorious Service Medal (Military) by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Teo Chee Hean at an investiture held at the Ministry of Defence. The Meritorious Service Medal (Military) was awarded to GEN Agustadi in recognition of his outstanding efforts and contributions in enhancing the excellent ties between the armies of Singapore and Indonesia. mindef.gov.sg 6 May 09