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Son of former S'pore Chief of Defence Force among 405 cadets commissioned, receives Sword of Honour
Ong also received the Sword of Honour during the commissioning parade, an award presented to the top cadet in the cohort.
December 14, 2025, 03:29 PM
On Dec. 13, 2025, the 139/25 Officer Cadet Commissioning Parade (OCCP) took place at SAFTI Military Institute.
The commissioning parade was reviewed by Minister in the Prime Minister's Office, Indranee Rajah.
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Among the 405 cadets commissioned as Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) officers was 2LT Ryan Ong, the son of former Chief of Defence Force Lieutenant-General (LG) Melvyn Ong.
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Reflecting on his selection for Officer Cadet School (OCS), Ong told Pioneer that he experienced a mix of emotions.
He said he was "thrilled and excited" about the great opportunity, but intimidated by the high standards expected at OCS.
According to Ong, his toughest experience in OCS was the surprise Pressure Inurement Training (PIT), which came after his Professional Term Summary Exercise.
Determined, he pushed his limits and worked diligently to meet the high expectations he set for himself.
His efforts were eventually recognised when he received the Sword of Honour during the commissioning parade on Dec, 13, an award presented to the top of the cohort.
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Ong will take on the Guards Conversion Course in December.
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