Pointer – Journal of the Singapore Armed Forces
06/02/2026
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Own Domain AwarenessBalancing on the Nuclear Knife-Edge
What strategic triggers could lead the Republic of Korea to pursue an independent nuclear weapons capability, and what Australian policy options could lower that likelihood?
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Own Domain AwarenessHolding the Door Open: The 1st Division and Deterrence
Can the Army’s 1st Division deter conflict without fighting alone? This essay argues it's real power lies in signalling coalition resolve.
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Own Domain AwarenessThe Prudent and the Precarious: An Analysis of Bangladesh’s Tripolar Hedging Strategy
Bangladesh is walking a strategic tightrope between China, India and the US—but hedging can preserve autonomy only while the rope holds.
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