3rd APPSNO 2nd Reunion Gathering cum Learning Journey
1 July 2010 (Thursday)
HQ 2nd CD Division & Tampines Fire Station

Besides contributing to the development of network between international counterparts engaged in national security, the Asia-Pacific Programme for Senior National Security Officers (APPSNO) proved to be an especially fruitful event for our local participants as well. Jointly organised by the Centre of Excellence for National Security (CENS) and the National Security Coordination Secretariat (NSCS), APPSNO aims to not only share insights and ideas between participants, but to also strengthen the relationship and network between participants, both internationally and locally. On 1 July 2010, the local participants of the APPSNO in 2009 had their second reunion gathering cum learning journey at Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) HQ 2 nd CD Division and Tampines Fire Station. Out of all the local participants who were invited to the gathering, 70 percent gave a positive response to the invitation which was considered to be an encouraging result for future gathering sessions. Organised by Philip Moorthy who was one of the participants of APPSNO 2009, the gathering comprised of a good mixture of educational and recreational sessions. The participants took a tour around Tampines Fire Station and Public Education Centre which was hosted by LTC Kadir Maideen from SCDF, and the gathering was concluded with a luncheon session.

Participants who attended the gathering were highly impressed with its contents and programme. One participant noted that it was not only an excellent opportunity to catch up with other participants, but also an eye opening experience which enabled him to understand how other organisations operate. He said that it turned out to be a highly fruitful experience and strongly encouraged other participants who were absent to join the next gathering. As a whole, this session was considered as a positive direction towards fostering a Whole-of-Government Mindset and inter-agency coordination habits in Singapore.