Every 15 Feb, Singapore commemorates its 1942 surrender by hosting Total Defence Day. It serves as a daily reminder that the continued sovereignty of Singapore is the responsibility of the entire citizenry, instead of merely the military.
It highlights the six aspects of defending the nation:
Psychological Defence: Being resilient Singaporeans
Economic Defence: Ensuring a strong economy
Civil Defence: Being emergency-ready
Military Defence: Keeping a strong military
Social Defence: Living together in harmony
Digital Defence: Being responsible online
Every evening of Total Defence Day, a siren will sound to remind Singaporeans on the importance and type of emergency broadcast.
In the light of the Wu Han virus outbreak, Total Defence serves as a reminder that Singapore must be on its toes from external threats. The Fall of Singapore must never be repeated.
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