The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) and the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) concluded Exercise Singapan, a bilateral naval exercise between the two countries. It was held from 27 to 28 August 2026 in the waters off Japan in the Pacific Ocean, the exercise saw the participation of the RSN’s Formidable class frigate RSS Steadfast and the JMSDF’s Asagiri class destroyer JS Hamagiri and Akizuki class destroyer JSTeruzuki.
During the exercise, both sides exchanged sea riders and conducted a series of conventional warfare serials. These included gunnery firings, communication exercises, and manoeuvring serials. Personnel from both sides also engaged in exercise planning and ship visits ashore.
Commander First Flotilla, Colonel Carlin Song, and Commander Surface Warfare Squadron Nine, Captain Iwade Yohei, co-officiated at the opening ceremony at Yokosuka Naval Base on 27 August. Highlighting the importance of continued cooperation, Colonel Song said, “The RSN and JMSDF share a warm and friendly relationship, built on professional exchanges, exercises, and ship visits. This bilateral exercise reflects our commitment to deepening cooperation and strengthening friendships.”
Steadfast ecently hosted Navy@Tokyo from 21 to 22 August 2026, before the commencement of Exercise Singapan.
Source: RSN
