From November 20 to 21, 2023, Brigadier General (BG) Cai Dexian, Commander of the 3rd Singapore Division (3 Div), led a delegation participating in the Professional Interaction Programme (PIP) alongside the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) Army 3rd Infantry Division.

This year’s PIP, hosted by Major General (MG) DATO’ Rashidin Hashim Bin AB Rashid, General-Officer-Commanding (GOC) 3rd Infantry Division, MAF, took place at Terendak Camp in Malacca, Malaysia. Key highlights included a courtesy call to the GOC of the 3rd Infantry Division, MAF, insights shared by MAF’s 3rd Infantry Division, and discussions on security-related topics.

In his closing remarks, BG Cai emphasised, “The PIP not only enhances professional exchanges between both armies but, more importantly, serves as a platform to foster mutual understanding and strong relationships.”