All in on AI: Singapore PM Wong’s promise of ‘no jobless growth’ sets stage for more labour interventions
Many lawmakers fleshed out scenarios where various segments of workers could be left behind or made unemployed by AI adoption.
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Singapore’s inequality at record low, but fresh approaches needed to sustain progress: PM Wong
Most Singaporeans earn more than their parents. However, as Singapore's economy matures, relative intergenerational mobility is gradually slowing.
Singapore’s fertility rate has not stabilised; citizen core will shrink without action: DPM Gan
A declining citizen population will result in Singapore losing dynamism and affect its ability to remain competitive, he said.
Workers’ Party rejects Singapore PM Wong’s invitation to nominate another elected MP as Leader of the Opposition
In a statement issued on Jan 21, the Prime Minister’s Office said the Government accepts the WP’s decision. It added that the office of the LO will remain vacant till the WP…
No longer tenable for him to continue as the Leader of Opposition’: PM Wong removes Pritam Singh from post
PM Wong said his decision was necessary to uphold the rule of law, as well as the dignity and integrity of Parliament.
Singapore’s migrant workers to get better clinic access; MOM to launch portal for health plan enrolment
Announcing changes to the healthcare scheme that covers many such workers – the Primary Care Plan Manpower Minister Leng said there will be more clinics under the scheme, which…
Singapore, Malaysia deepen collaboration; continue talks on water, airspace in ‘constructive spirit’
The two countries have inked an additional deal on the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link and will strengthen cooperation in their fight against the trafficking…
Singapore PM Wong, Malaysian counterpart Anwar to meet on Dec 4; more collaboration on anti-drug efforts and health planned
The Singapore-Malaysia Leaders’ Retreat is a key platform for both leaders to take stock of growing bilateral cooperation, explore new avenues of collaboration, and provide…
Singapore and South Korea launch strategic partnership to deepen economic links, defence cooperation
Key areas of cooperation include green and digital shipping, new energy solutions, cybersecurity, and AI governance for mutual benefit.
Singapore, Chile and New Zealand launch negotiations for a new green trade pact
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, Chilean President Gabriel Boric and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced this on Oct 31 on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific…