Modern Diplomacy
“Singapore’s plummeting birth rate— at a historic low of 0.97 in 2024—has ignited a dual crisis: a shrinking workforce and a dwindling pool of citizens eligible for national service (i.e. conscription). This demographic emergency threatens not only economic vitality but also national security. This must compel Singapore to review and adopt bold, globally informed strategies to sustain its defence capabilities and build its human capital.”
“Drawing on proven models from the U.S., France, the UK, Spain, and India — and building on its past experience with the Gurkha Contingent of the Singapore Police Force — Singapore can turn its manpower challenge into an opportunity by expanding foreign recruitment.”
https://moderndiplomacy.eu/2025/03/27/the-foreign-legion-solution-can-singapore-learn-from-frances-military-playbook/