SS4.1.5 Singapore's Deterrence

Topic: Managing Peace & Security- Deterrence & Diplomacy
Essential Question: Why is deterrence important to the national security of a country like Singapore?

Review: Why is diplomacy important for a country like Singapore? Which is most important for Singapore?

• Bilateral: SCP, FTAs, cultural
  
• Regional: ASEAN, ARF, APEC
• International: UN, WTO

Understanding goals: Why is deterrence important for a country like Singapore? Is it necessary?

• Citizen armed force: a capable fight force?
  
• Total Defence: do you believe in it?
  
• Defence industries: what are the benefits?
• Defence cooperation: will any country come to your defence?

Performance: Look at the allocation of Singapore 2009 Budget. What are your views on the allocation?
Assessment: Open book class test (20 mins) : How far has international involvement in the UN Law of the Sea Conference enabled Singapore to optimise her limitations as a small country? Explain your answer. [12]