Three Muslims held in Singapore for planning attacks on Israel Two of the suspects wanted to fight in Gaza and a third sought to join another Iranian proxy, local media reported. Jan. 9, 2025
Singapore’s first ambassador to Israel presents credentials Although the two countries have had diplomatic relations since 1969, the Southeast Asian city state has never posted an envoy to Israel. Dec. 19, 2023
Israel-Singapore talks focus on boosting trade Bilateral commerce is on the rise. Pesach Benson Aug. 21, 2023
Israel inaugurates national pavilion at Singapore defense exhibition The 13th edition of IMDEX Asia features more than 11,000 delegates from more than 60 countries and regions. May 3, 2023
Singapore’s Jewish community hosts first interfaith Passover seder Edwin Tong, Singapore’s minister for culture, community and youth, says he relished the “opportunity to learn and understand the core tenets underlying the many diverse cultures and faiths around us.” April 1, 2022
Singapore to open embassy in Israel 53 years after countries established relations The Singapore-Israel Industrial Research & Development Foundation is also celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. March 21, 2022
Israel Aerospace Industries to showcase Blue Spear missile in Singapore The subsonic missile, which has a maximum range of 290 kilometers (190 miles), was purchased by the Estonian Defense Forces in October. Feb. 15, 2022
Singapore opens first Jewish museum, highlighting 200 years of history It is located next to the Maghain Aboth Synagogue, Asia’s second-largest and Southeast Asia’s oldest synagogue. Dec. 17, 2021
Singapore security detains 20-year-old man planning attack on synagogue Authorities say Amirull Ali was self-radicalized and hated Jews, and had made plans to join the military wing of Hamas in Gaza. March 10, 2021
