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NTUC Shifts Focus to Skills Development Amidst AI Disruption in Singapore's Job Market
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Key Takeaway
The National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) in Singapore is focusing on equipping workers with skills to adapt to the changes brought by AI, rather than merely protecting existing jobs. While job creation is on the rise, there are concerns about the impact of automation on certain roles, prompting a shift towards proactive skills development.
From the Original Report
News Singapore Jobs: NTUC Focuses on Worker Skills, Not Just Job Protection | AI & Future of Work by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief February 24, 2026 by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief February 24, 2026 39 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Singapore’s National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) is sharpening its focus on
younger workers as entry-level positions begin to feel the impact of artificial intelligence (AI), according to comments made by Secretary-General Ng Chee Meng. While the overall job market remains robust, with 57,300 jobs created in 2025 – exceeding the previous year’s figures – anxieties are growing among certain segments of the workforce,
particularly those in roles susceptible to automation. This shift necessitates a proactive approach to skills upgrading and job matching, NTUC officials say. The evolving landscape isn’t about simply “protecting jobs,” Ng emphasized, but rather preparing workers for the future of work.
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