Singapore President Warns of AI Threat to Graduate Employment

Singapore's leader highlights AI's impact on job markets, urging global action to protect young graduates.

October 12, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Singapore — Singapore’s President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has sounded the alarm over the growing threat that artificial intelligence poses to entry-level job opportunities for new graduates, calling for urgent international cooperation to address the issue.

Speaking during a series of high-profile meetings in Bangkok, the leader emphasized that the first step in a graduate’s career is increasingly at risk due to rapid technological changes. He pointed to specific industries most vulnerable to AI disruption and urged governments to take proactive steps to support the next generation of workers.

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Shanmugaratnam highlighted the need for clear policy interventions, including reskilling initiatives and enhanced career guidance programs. In addition, he called for stronger collaboration between education institutions, employers, and government agencies to ensure that young professionals are equipped to thrive in an AI-driven economy.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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