AI Influence Profile
Melvin Yong Yik Chye
Profile pending. This page currently summarises parliamentary appearances and policy links from existing records.
Parliamentary speeches (12)
MSF Committee of Supply 2026 — Children's Safe AI Use & Screen Time
2026-03-06 · Parliament 15
MOS Zhulkarnain responded to several MPs' concerns about children's screen time and online safety during the MSF Committee of Supply debate. The government's strategy includes helping children stay safe online, use AI responsibly, and — by reducing screen time — giving parents more space for family interaction. The discussion centred on protecting minors in the AI era without blocking their ability to learn and adapt to new technologies.
MSF Committee of Supply 2026 — AI Deepfake Protection & Disability Employment
2026-03-05 · Parliament 15
Two AI issues drew attention in the MSF Committee of Supply debate. MP Rachel Ong raised the threat of AI deepfakes — especially sexually exploitative content — to children and vulnerable groups, asking what safeguards exist and how MSF coordinates with other agencies. Separately, MP Neo Kok Beng warned that AI automation is displacing traditional jobs for persons with disabilities (packing, sorting, basic admin, coding), calling for a shift from "protective employment" to building disability employment resilience in the AI economy.
Update Code of Ethics and Professional Client Care for Property Agents to Declare Use of AI-edited Images and Videos of Property Listings
2026-01-12 · Parliament 15
An MP asked whether the property-agent code of ethics will be updated to require declaration of AI-edited listing images and videos. The government responded that existing rules require advertising materials to accurately describe the property, and recommended that agents provide disclaimers about AI use to avoid misleading consumers. The CEA is reviewing the guidance to balance consumer protection with industry innovation. The central debate is how to regulate AI use and information transparency.
Committee of Supply – Head S (Ministry of Manpower)
2025-03-06 · Parliament 14
MPs raised post-pandemic employment recovery, inflation pressure, and protection of vulnerable groups. The Manpower Minister replied that resident unemployment has dropped to 2.8%, with skills training, the Progressive Wage Model and retirement security supporting employment across different age and vulnerable groups; income growth has outpaced inflation and the labour market remains strong. The core debate: how to keep lifting low-income welfare and respond to global economic uncertainty.
Committee of Supply – Head V (Ministry of Trade and Industry)
2025-03-05 · Parliament 14
MPs asked whether Singapore's economy can outperform the 2025 1–3% growth forecast, emphasising the importance of growth for jobs and international competitiveness. The government replied that growth requires overcoming tight constraints on land, workforce and now carbon, through structural productivity gains, firm transformation, and infrastructure investment. The core debate: how to achieve higher growth under resource constraints.
Debate on Annual Budget Statement
2025-02-27 · Parliament 14
The parliamentary debate centred on Budget 2025, focusing on how to navigate global political-economic shifts and technological change — especially the impact of frontier technologies such as AI on the economy and society. The government emphasised supporting families and firms while actively positioning for future growth via tech innovation and talent development. The core debate: how to balance short-term support with long-term transformation, and the employment and governance challenges raised by AI.
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.
Debate on Annual Budget Statement
2024-02-27 · Parliament 14
The debate focused on the path to economic growth in Singapore's Budget 2024, against a backdrop of global slowdown, high inflation and rising geopolitical uncertainty. The government emphasised structural reform and support for firms and households to navigate challenges, driving long-term sustainability. References to tech innovation, automation, and AI's impact on jobs and industry competitiveness reflected concern over AI governance and industrial development. The core debate: how to balance growth with social protection and respond to rising global protectionism.
Leveraging New Artificial Intelligence Technologies in e-Government Services
2023-05-09 · Parliament 14
An MP asked how the Public Service plans to use new AI technologies such as ChatGPT in e-government services and whether they will replace existing chatbots. The government replied that AI is already used in multiple digital services and that new technology can lift quality and efficiency, but accuracy and reliability must come first; usage guidance will be developed to safeguard accountability and data security. The core debate: balancing safety with usefulness in deployment.
Committee of Supply – Head S (Ministry of Manpower)
2023-03-01 · Parliament 14
MPs raised the impact of an ageing workforce and demographic shifts on Singapore's economy, noting that some sectors have a high share of older workers and may face rapid future labour outflow. They emphasised challenges from tech change and shifting work attitudes, urging attention to flexible work arrangements. The government did not respond directly. The core debate: how to manage employment-structure adjustment from ageing and technological change.
Ensuring Integrity of Online Examinations and Assignments Given Availability of Artificial Intelligence Technologies
2023-02-06 · Parliament 14
The question focused on AI's impact (e.g. ChatGPT) on the integrity of online exams and assignments. The government replied that the technology brings both opportunities and challenges; schools and IHLs use clear rules, invigilation measures, and diversified assessment to deter misconduct, alongside continuous student education on integrity, and will adjust strategy as AI evolves. The core debate: balancing AI-assisted learning with cheating prevention.
Successful Implementation of Age Verification for Joining Social Media Platforms
2022-10-05 · Parliament 14
The question asked whether a minimum age for social media should be set and what overseas age-verification experience could inform Singapore. The government replied that most major platforms require users to be 13+, with AI used to detect minor accounts, but accurate age verification is technically difficult and raises child-data-protection issues. The government will roll out a Code of Practice on Online Safety to strengthen protection for young users while encouraging active parental guidance. The core debate: feasibility of age-verification technology and balance with data privacy.