Minister Crosetto on an official visit to Singapore

The Minister of Defense, Guido Crosetto, having arrived in Singapore on an official visit, met with the crew of the Navy ship 'Giovanni delle Bande Nere,' moored at the Changi naval base.

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"Yours is a mission that tells much more than just a military capability. It tells of Italy's international credibility, of its Navy, and more generally of our Armed Forces, as well as the country's ability to be present in major global strategic hubs. In areas like Singapore, Malacca, and the main Indo-Pacific routes, one can understand how central the sea is for security, energy, commerce, and economic stability. For this reason, #Defense also means protecting national interests, freedom of navigation, cooperation, and dialogue with partner and allied countries. Not just training, but naval diplomacy and Italy's projection in the world. The presence of an Italian ship represents the solidity of the State, strengthens the country's international role, and opens opportunities for economic, industrial, and strategic collaboration—all aspects essential for our future. And this is possible thanks to you: "You are a fundamental piece of something much greater than the single mission. Every operational activity, every port reached, every Italian presence at sea contributes to representing Italy's strength, reliability and ability to build relationships, cooperation and opportunities. A ship only works if each crew member carries out his or her task responsibly and consciously. Each person contributes to the functioning of a complex machine that brings the face, credibility and values of the nation to the world. Thank you to each and every one of you for what you do and what you will continue to do in the coming months. Fair winds". Thus Minister Guido Crosetto.