Low Youjin

CORRESPONDENT

Low Youjin is a correspondent at The Business Times where he covers Singapore macroeconomics, labour, and manpower policies.

THINKING ALOUD

Young adults have no shortage of content on the topic online, but often lack the confidence to navigate it

They increasingly view the city-state not just as a sales outpost, but also as a base to serve the rest of South-east Asia.

The headline figure holds steady at 1.8%

First quarter sees gains of 9.6%, following a 12.7% increase in the three months prior

It will also focus on identifying gaps in the country’s climate resilience efforts, says the minister

Cost, labour and competitive pressures push manufacturers to artificial intelligence, advanced engineering

Last month’s NODX expansion comes on the back of robust artificial intelligence-related demand

The committee calls for creating ‘meaningful and sustainable careers’ by ensuring technology augments rather than replaces workers

AI can raise productivity, unlock new possibilities and strengthen country’s competitiveness if used well, says labour chief

It will also help employers navigate workforce transformation and strengthen the jobs and training ecosystem