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The United Nations specialised agency that sets global standards for shipping safety, maritime security and pollution prevention.
An internal platform or arrangement through which organisational users obtain approved goods, services or opportunities.
A network of European environmental authorities that promotes more consistent implementation and enforcement of environmental law.
A*STAR research institute developing advanced materials and related technologies for industry and national needs.
A system for collecting, organising, storing and retrieving information for operational or administrative use.
A training system or device used to develop and assess an individual’s weapon-handling and shooting skills.
Singapore's former national masterplan for becoming an intelligent, connected nation by 2015.
The policies, controls and practices used to protect information and information systems from unauthorised access, change, loss or disruption.
A structured programme helping internationally trained nurses adapt to Singapore's healthcare system and workplace practices.
A research institute focused on oceanography, marine environments and related scientific study.
A scholarship supporting nursing education together with structured development across healthcare settings.
A United Nations-coordinated network that develops standards and improves international coordination for urban search-and-rescue teams.
An ECDA programme integrating early childhood education and medium-level early-intervention support for children aged three to six within participating preschools.
An officer responsible for managing, coordinating or communicating official information.
An officer responsible for collecting, analysing and supporting the use of intelligence.
Intergovernmental or transnational bodies established by states or other members to pursue shared purposes.
An officer assigned to conduct or coordinate an investigation and its casework.
An officer responsible for gathering evidence, interviewing parties and conducting inquiries into an alleged offence or incident.
An operational command responsible for managing and sustaining technology or physical infrastructure services.
The point at which a new capability is sufficiently developed to begin limited operational use.
A centre bringing together information, personnel and systems to coordinate operations and response.
A UNESCO body that coordinates international cooperation in ocean science, observations, data and marine services.
The regional sub-commission coordinating UNESCO ocean-science cooperation in the Western Pacific and neighbouring seas.
The time used in the British Indian Ocean Territory, at UTC+6.
A network of physical devices equipped with sensors, software and connectivity to collect and exchange data.
Six-year secondary and pre-university pathway that typically proceeds to a pre-university qualification without the GCE O-Level examination.
Private health insurance that supplements MediShield Life with additional coverage, commonly for higher hospital ward classes or private hospitals.
Creations of the mind protected through rights such as patents, copyright, trademarks and registered designs.
A formal case file compiling evidence, statements, findings and recommendations from an investigation.
A conditional preliminary approval indicating that an application may proceed once stated requirements or documents are satisfied.
An institute providing education, research or professional development in public administration and management.
A variable payment linked to an individual's assessed performance.
A charity status allowing qualifying donations to receive tax deductions, subject to regulatory requirements.
The United Nations body that assesses scientific evidence on climate change, its impacts and options for mitigation and adaptation.
An organisation that connects enterprises with technology, intellectual-property and innovation partners to support commercialisation.
Singapore's intellectual-property authority, responsible for IP registration, policy, education and enterprise support.
The function responsible for developing information-related policy, strategy and implementation plans.
The SAF fitness assessment covering aerobic endurance, upper-body strength and core fitness.
A system for creating, routing, approving and tracking requests to purchase goods or services.
A public-policy research centre at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy studying Singapore's governance, society and regional environment.
ICA's consolidated online portal for Singapore citizenship, permanent residence and Long-Term Visit Pass applications.
A structured training programme helping NSmen prepare for and pass the Individual Physical Proficiency Test.
An internal review assessing whether processes and outputs comply with quality standards and procedures.
Teams formed to identify, test and implement improvements or innovations in organisational work.