Vision of Commissioner Hoong Wee Teck

Message:

“The Singapore Police Bicentennial 2020 Medal is a testament to and recognition of the SPF’s significant contributions to Singapore’s safety and security over the past 200 years. We have made tremendous progress, to become one of the finest police forces in the world. Even as we salute the past and honour the many generations of officers who served before us, we will work hard to make sure that Singapore remains a safe home for all Singaporeans.”

🌍 Vision of Commissioner Hoong Wee Teck

1. Future-Ready Policing

   • His belief: “What is effective today may not be good enough for tomorrow.”

   • The Singapore Police Force (SPF) must learn, innovate, and transform continuously to face new challenges such as cybercrime, terrorism, and tech-enabled offenses.

2. Community Partnership

   • Vision: People + Police = Safe Singapore.

   • Strengthen trust and cooperation between the community and police.

3. Accountability & Leadership

   • His guiding principle in crises: “Assume command, take responsibility, and be accountable.”

   • Every officer must own their actions and decisions.

4. Continuous Professionalism

   • Strong emphasis on training, discipline, and ethics.

   • Goal: Maintain SPF as a highly respected, world-class police force.

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🛡️ Performance & Achievements

1. Counter-Terrorism

   • Enhanced SPF’s readiness through SGSecure initiatives and improved tactical response units.

2. Cybercrime & Technology

   • Established Cybercrime Command.

   • Introduced AI and data analytics into policing strategies.

3. Bicentennial Leadership (2020)

   • Led the 200-year SPF commemorations.

   • Launched the Singapore Police Bicentennial Medal, emphasizing “honouring the past, safeguarding the future.”

4. Operational Excellence

   • Maintained Singapore as one of the safest countries in the world with consistently low crime rates.

   • SPF recognised internationally as a global benchmark police force.

5. Officer Welfare & Development

   • Focused on leadership training, career progression, and mental wellness for officers.