Huang Xuncai: Singapore will not experience zero job growth, the government will use artificial intelligence to promote economic growth.

Singapore Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Heng Swee Keat, emphasized on February 26 during the debate on the government's budget for the new fiscal year that the government will invest more consciously and systematically in its people. He stated that Singapore will not experience jobless growth, and the government will use artificial intelligence to promote economic growth and ensure that growth translates into high-quality job opportunities and higher wages. During the debate, several Members of Parliament expressed concerns about the potential impact of the development and application of artificial intelligence on livelihoods. Heng Swee Keat agreed with the three appeals made by the Secretary-General of the National Trades Union Congress, Ng Chee Meng, which are to enhance each employee's readiness to face the challenges brought by artificial intelligence, strengthen support and protection for employees, and enhance the protection of labor movement and the capabilities of professionals, managers, and executives.