AI Influence Profile
Saktiandi Supaat
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Parliamentary speeches (13)
MCCY Committee of Supply 2026 — Preparing Malay/Muslim Community for AI Economy
2026-03-05 · Parliament 15
In the MCCY Committee of Supply debate, several Malay/Muslim MPs focused on the community's readiness for the AI economy. MP Saktiandi Supaat argued that AI transformation strategy must ensure children and youth not only use technology but create value with it, citing a Sec 4 student who is curious about AI but lacks deeper understanding. MP Wan Rizal addressed youth transitions from higher education into the AI-driven labour market. The debate referenced the National AI Council, National AI Mission and AI Champions programme as creating new opportunities for Malay/Muslim businesses, while asking: is the community ready to step into this new world?
Protection for Consumers of Fintech Platforms and Non-bank Institutions, and Regulations on Liquidity Levels and Responsible Marketing
2025-04-08 · Parliament 14
MPs asked how MAS ensures fintech platforms and non-bank institutions maintain liquidity and manage withdrawal risks, and strengthens retail-investor protection. The government replied that such investment platforms operate under Capital Markets Services licences, client assets are segregated from platform assets, and withdrawals follow set timeframes. In a recent withdrawal surge incident, the platforms' risk management worked as intended, though limits were placed on some instant withdrawals and linked debit-card features — reflecting a balance between regulatory flexibility and risk control.
Committee of Supply – Head V (Ministry of Trade and Industry)
2025-03-06 · Parliament 14
MPs asked about the potential impact of geopolitical tensions on Singapore's economy, particularly the risks of protectionism and tariff wars. The government replied that the global multilateral free-trade system is under pressure and trade wars may disrupt supply chains, hurting investment and growth. The core debate: how to navigate external uncertainty and domestic resource constraints while sustaining growth.
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.
Committee of Supply – Head J (Ministry of Defence)
2025-03-03 · Parliament 14
MPs asked about the changing international security environment and its impact on Singapore's defence budget, focusing on US-China tensions, the wavering rules-based order, and regional security risks. The government stressed the importance of defence and the SAF for national security and called for sustained, strong defensive capability to handle complex and shifting global conditions. The core debate: the stability of international alliances and how Singapore should adjust its defence strategy.
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
2024-02-26 · Parliament 14
The debate centred on Budget 2024, with questions on government transparency, social fairness, and retirement security. The government adopted some opposition proposals, such as a temporary unemployment assistance scheme. The core debate: whether the government is genuinely open to diverse views, and how to narrow the gap between ideals and reality.
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.
Committee of Supply – Head J (Ministry of Defence)
2022-03-02 · Parliament 14
MPs raised the defence budget, stressing that the Russia-Ukraine war underlines the importance of small-state self-defence and the threat of information warfare. The debate focused on geopolitical tension, tech competition, and the security impact of cyber and information warfare. The government emphasised strengthening self-defence and tech defence capabilities. The core debate: balancing the budget with response to emerging security threats.
Committee of Supply – Head Q (Ministry of Communications and Information)
2021-03-02 · Parliament 14
MPs asked how the government will develop digital leadership talent and push women into tech, proposing a mentorship programme and raising concerns about gender imbalance. The government has launched multiple talent programmes but specific measures for digital leadership and female participation are not yet clear. The core debate: how to effectively attract and retain top tech talent and close the gender gap.
Committee of Supply – Head V (Ministry of Trade and Industry)
2020-03-02 · Parliament 13
MPs asked whether government support for firms going international is adequate, particularly in emerging and frontier markets. They stressed the pandemic underscores the importance of market diversification and focused on how government economic agencies and business chambers help firms navigate a complex international environment. The core debate: the strength of government support and the effectiveness of market-diversification strategy.
Committee of Supply − Head U (Prime Minister's Office)
2019-02-28 · Parliament 13
Questions focused on how the Public Service can use AI and data analytics to lift efficiency, integrate services, and meet citizen needs. MPs emphasised that technology should be citizen-centred and avoid mechanical enforcement, with the government pushing high-tech, high-touch, and high-adaptability transformation in the public sector to lift productivity and service quality.
Committee of Supply – Head Q (Ministry of Communications and Information)
2018-03-05 · Parliament 13
MPs asked how the government will drive the digital economy, focusing on the Infocomm Media (ICM) industry's digital transformation, internationalisation, and innovation. The government outlined digitalisation plans for logistics, retail and other sectors plus SME support measures, and emphasised using deep-tech areas like AI and fintech to grow the ICM industry. The core debate: how to more effectively help local firms internationalise and lift competitiveness.