AI Influence Profile
Gan Kim Yong
Profile pending. This page currently summarises parliamentary appearances and policy links from existing records.
Parliamentary speeches (6)
MTI Committee of Supply 2026 — AI Adoption & Economic Transformation
2026-03-02 · Parliament 15
The MTI Committee of Supply debate focused on AI-driven structural economic transformation. MPs asked whether Industry Transformation Maps (ITMs) genuinely drive productivity gains or merely help firms cut costs, pressing on how to measure real productivity uplift (management upgrades, process redesign, business model change) rather than simple adoption rates of digital tools. Focus areas: SMEs struggling with AI implementation, the gap between university/A*STAR research and commercial exit in the AI startup scene, AI-enabled dark patterns (fake reviews, subscription traps) threatening consumers. A proposal: an AI assistant on government portals that recommends grants and schemes based on each firm's profile.
Review on Local AI Start-up Manus's Acquisition by Meta and Implications on Singapore's AI Ecosystem
2026-02-03 · Parliament 15
An MP asked whether the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore is reviewing Meta's acquisition of local AI startup Manus and how such acquisitions affect the domestic AI startup scene. The government replied there is no current review and stressed Singapore's voluntary merger notification regime, which encourages innovation while guarding against anti-competitive risks. The core debate is whether the framework is sufficient for fast-moving AI-industry M&A.
Impact of US' AI Diffusion Policy and Export Controls on Singapore's Competitiveness and Tech Businesses
2025-02-04 · Parliament 14
An MP asked how the US 2025 AI diffusion rule and export controls affect Singapore's ability to import high-end chips and its AI competitiveness. The government replied that the rule is not yet final; it is closely monitoring and engaging firms, and will act when needed to protect Singapore-based firms' access to high-end US technology. The core debate: Singapore not being on the exception list may affect technology imports and competitiveness.
Updating Industry Transformation Maps to Consider AI Impact on Skilled Work Training
2024-08-07 · Parliament 14
An MP asked whether Industry Transformation Maps will be updated to factor in AI's impact on skills training, and whether Training Continuity Maps should be set up to safeguard deep-skill talent. The government replied that 23 ITMs have been refreshed, Jobs Transformation Maps have been launched to support job redesign and reskilling, and multiple AI-related training programmes are running. It emphasised using government-industry collaboration to lift Singaporeans' AI skills and drive employment transition. The core debate: how to balance AI substitution with cultivation of deep-skill talent.
Strategies and Mitigation Efforts to Counter Decline in Singapore's Appeal to MNCs
2024-08-06 · Parliament 14
An MP asked whether MNCs are leaving Changi Business Park due to cost factors and what is causing perceived decline in Singapore's business appeal — and how the government plans to respond. The government replied that Singapore's economy remains highly competitive and continues to attract major investment, while acknowledging some firms are adjusting footprints due to market and working-model changes. It will keep the environment attractive through R&D investment, talent development, and fiscal incentives. The core debate: how to balance cost and innovation to prevent firm relocation.
Committee of Supply – Head V (Ministry of Trade and Industry)
2024-03-01 · Parliament 14
MPs asked how Singapore will drive growth under land, manpower and carbon constraints, focusing on the opportunities and challenges from emerging technologies like generative AI. The government emphasised keeping the country attractive for investment, strengthening manufacturing and services, and lifting infrastructure and talent development, with policy stability to handle global competition and tech change. The core debate: balancing innovation with a solid economic base.