Part 4/11:
The first scenario paints a worrying picture: by 2045, the Indo-Pacific is a battleground with major powers engaged in open conflict. Singapore faces sanctions, blockades, covert operations, and social divisiveness aimed at weakening its economy and unity. The teams debated how to bolster national resilience against such external pressures.
Key points discussed:
Geopolitical Strategy: The importance of balancing neutrality with decisive alliances, supply chain resilience, and digital sovereignty measures.
Defense Pillars: Both teams agreed that deterrence and diplomacy are core to Singapore’s defense policy, referencing the Ministry of Defense's twin pillars.