Planned activities include a “defence and security industry day” held at the carrier’s hangar, as well as a friendly e-sports tournament with military personnel from the UK, Singapore and the Singaporean e-sports community competing in a “specially installed onboard gaming facility”.
Mr Peter Kyle, Britain’s secretary of state for science, innovation and technology, and General Sharon Nesmith, vice-chief of the defence staff, will also be in Singapore during the visit.
Mr Nik Mehta, British High Commissioner to Singapore, said the strike group’s visit symbolises the UK’s “enduring commitment” to the Indo-Pacific region and its “strong partnership” with Singapore.
“As we celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations between the UK and Singapore, the timing of this visit could not be more fitting,” he added.
“Through our engagements with Singaporean and regional partners over the coming days, we will strengthen our defence cooperation, explore new avenues for trade and innovation, and reaffirm our shared vision for security and prosperity across the Indo-Pacific.”
