AI Influence Profile
Shahira Abdullah
Positioning
Member of Parliament. Spoke in 4 AI-related parliamentary debates (2021–2023), most often on AI Economy & Industry and AI & Employment.
Parliamentary AI record (4)
Supporting Healthcare
2023-05-09 · Parliament 14
Dr Tan Yia Swam (NMP) called for sustainable post-pandemic support of the healthcare system, emphasising the complexity of doctor-patient relationships and limited healthcare resources. She urged a whole-of-government approach addressing healthcare expenditure, chronic-disease management, and care quality. The debate focused on the balance between healthcare costs, patient rights, and doctor responsibilities — reflecting concern over the system's long-term development.
Students Using Artificial Intelligence Technologies for Exams and Assignments
2023-02-06 · Parliament 14
MPs asked about ChatGPT and similar AI's impact on student coursework and exams, cheating concerns, and the educational response. The Education Minister replied that AI brings opportunities and challenges, MOE provides teacher guidance and resources, and supports reasonable AI use while emphasising mastery of fundamentals — preventing over-reliance and cheating. The core debate: balancing AI-assisted learning with prevention of academic misconduct.
Committee of Supply – Head Q (Ministry of Communications and Information)
2022-03-04 · Parliament 14
MPs asked how the government balances investment in digital infrastructure and tech innovation (6G, Web 4.0) with digital inclusion of vulnerable groups to prevent a widening digital divide. They focused on the timeliness and proportionality of digital regulation, especially in emerging areas like crypto and the metaverse. The government must balance economic vitality with social cohesion, making sure the whole population stays included and safe.
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.