Singapore, a city-state that has one of the highest internet user rates in the world, has a compulsory Millitary service for men that lasts a total of 2 years.

In an unprecedented case, 20-year-old Stanley Aw was allowed to postpone his national service by nearly two months so he could compete in the World Cyber Games. This precedes an announcement on Tuesday by an unnamed spokesperson.

"In line with the Government's support for sports, culture and the arts, the Ministry of Defense will consider granting one-time deferments for pre-enlistees who are selected to represent Singapore at prestigious international sports and cultural events."

Over 600 people will participate in the Singapore qualifiers for the World Cyber games this year which starts today. The finals are also to be held in Singapore this November.

Source: Reuters