AI Influence Profile
Darryl David
Positioning
Member of Parliament. Spoke in 10 AI-related parliamentary debates (2018–2026), most often on AI & Employment and AI Economy & Industry.
Parliamentary AI record (10)
MOE Committee of Supply 2026 — Preparing Singaporeans for an AI-Transformed Future
2026-03-03 · Parliament 15
Education Minister Desmond Lee anchored MOE's Committee of Supply debate, placing AI alongside the geopolitical paradigm shift and climate change as the three defining uncertainties facing the education system. MOE laid out a four-pronged AI literacy framework: (1) Learn about AI — understand principles and limits; (2) Learn to use AI — partner with industry so students use tools effectively and responsibly; (3) Learn with AI — educators infuse AI into teaching and learning to improve outcomes; (4) Learn beyond AI — develop the irreplaceable human capabilities so students "use AI to amplify their impact" rather than be displaced. Minister of State Jasmin Lau owns MOE's AI agenda and frames it within the national AI strategy. On teacher workflow, AI is being used to reduce administrative load, alongside the Reimagining the Teaching Profession Taskforce recommendations to streamline processes, strengthen support, and protect after-work hours. Senior Minister of State David Neo tied the COS theme "We Learn for Life Together" to the AI age — students must learn "to live life the way life was supposed to be lived" amid rapid technological change. SkillsFuture Singapore also announced the SME AI Skills Launchpad Initiative rolling out progressively from March 2026, with SkillsFuture Queen Bees delivering free AI masterclasses for SMEs.
MOE Committee of Supply 2026 — AI & Education Transformation
2026-03-02 · Parliament 15
The MOE Committee of Supply debate examined AI's structural impact on the education system. MP Darryl David framed AI as more than another tech trend — it is reshaping industries, organisational models and the skills needed to create value. The debate focused on: (1) tiered professional development for teachers — foundational AI tool / digital pedagogy training, advanced curriculum design and ethics, continuous tracking of AI trends; (2) inclusive AI education ensuring students of all abilities benefit; (3) critical thinking — when generative AI can produce essays and code in seconds, the differentiator is independent judgement and critical use of AI; (4) expanding AI and data analytics courses through adult education (e.g. PACE).
Committee of Supply – Head K (Ministry of Education)
2024-03-01 · Parliament 14
MPs stressed that education must adapt to rapid technological change, especially the challenges from generative AI, calling for expanded upskilling courses and support for students' diverse development. The government acknowledged the system's resilience and international performance and committed to building students' adaptability and creativity. The core debate: balancing traditional teaching with cultivation of emerging skills, and broadening the scope of funding use.
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.
Building an Inclusive and Safe Digital Society
2024-01-10 · Parliament 14
MPs raised digitalisation's impact on the workforce, AI's effects, and mental-health issues. The government emphasised AI opportunities, ran upskilling programmes to support transition, and focused on digital inclusion and mental health. The core debate: AI's impact on employment and society and the response strategy.
Committee of Supply – Head K (Ministry of Education)
2023-02-28 · Parliament 14
MPs raised the education budget and career-guidance support, emphasising educators' contributions during the pandemic and the importance of future skills development. They proposed stronger career counselling for youth and working adults and broader use of SkillsFuture Credit for lifelong learning. The government has not yet responded in this excerpt. The core debate: how to better support youth career development and skills matching.
Committee of Supply – Head Q (Ministry of Communications and Information)
2020-03-03 · Parliament 13
MPs raised data-sharing, privacy protection, design-thinking innovation, and AI ethics frameworks in the digital transformation, focusing on Singapore's challenges with limited data scale and SME digitalisation capability. The government addressed digital trade agreements, data privacy principles, and innovation-driving measures, emphasising the development of an AI ethics framework. The core debate: balancing data sharing with privacy protection and lifting local-firm digital capability.
Committee of Supply - Head Q (Ministry of Communications and Information)
2019-03-04 · Parliament 13
MPs raised challenges for Singapore firms — especially SMEs — in digital transformation, focusing on helping them overcome funding, technology, and talent adaptation issues. The government emphasised the importance of the digital economy for lifting productivity and responding to population ageing, supporting firm innovation and capability-building. The core debate: practical SME digitalisation difficulties and the effectiveness of government support.
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.