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Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Vision, Mission, and Values

Learn how MFA’s vision, mission and values guide Singapore’s diplomacy.

Last updated 7 November 2025

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Vision
Mission
Values

Vision

To be an excellent Foreign Service that safeguards and advances Singapore’s interests

Mission

MFA is committed to the effective and timely formulation, implementation, and communication of policies that:

  • Uphold Singapore’s sovereignty

  • Promote a peaceful regional environment

  • Sustain Singapore’s relevance internationally

  • Expand Singapore’s political and economic space

  • Share our developmental experience as a responsible global citizen

  • Connect with Singaporeans travelling and living overseas, assist them in times of need

Values

MFA officers are driven by a sense of duty and professionalism and live by the values of:

Integrity

  • Incorruptible in our work

  • Courage to do what is right

Resilience

  • Undeterred by challenges

  • Creative and responsive to change

Teamwork

  • Respect and value every individual and their contribution

  • Work as a team, both within MFA and with external parties to achieve common goals