The Military Power of Singapore: From the Poisoned Shrimp to the Porcupine

TLDRSingapore, a small country with a population of less than 6 million, has built a formidable military force. With a military budget exceeding 11.5 billion dollars, Singapore has one of the best-equipped armed forces in the world. Their military strategy evolved from the 'poisoned shrimp' concept of making invasion costly to the 'porcupine strategy' of active defense. Singapore has formed alliances with countries like Israel and Egypt and has invested in advanced military technology.

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06:11Singapore's military strategy, known as the 'poisoned shrimp,' aims to make invasion costly for any potential aggressor.

07:13Singapore's military budget exceeds 11.5 billion dollars, allowing for extensive investment in advanced military equipment.

10:31The 'porcupine strategy' shifted Singapore's military focus from passive defense to active defense, building a modern and well-equipped army.

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