A 23-year-old man in Singapore has lost his permanent residency (PR) status and been fined for defaulting on national service obligations. The individual claimed he was unaware of the laws requiring notification and application for deferment or exemption upon completing his studies in China. Singapore mandates national service for male citizens and PRs. Authorities stated the man failed to register for national service and did not respond to notices. The revocation of his PR status and the imposed fine underscore the importance Singapore places on fulfilling national service duties. The case serves as a reminder to all PRs of their responsibilities regarding national service laws.