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MDDI's Response to PQ on the Government's Strategies for Global Leadership in Growth Areas and an AI-Empowered Economy

12 February 2026

Parliament Sitting on 12 February 2026

Question for Oral Answer

11. Mr Gerald Giam Yean Song: To ask the Minister for Digital Development and Information (a) what is the projected expenditure on the Government’s strategies for global leadership in growth areas and an AI-empowered economy; (b) whether the Government will fund ambitious exploratory projects with breakout growth potential through a Government-owned AI corporation; and (c) whether the Government considers such entities more effective than foreign entities at pursuing projects where data sovereignty and public interest are paramount.

Answer

  1. Under Singapore's National AI Strategy 2.0, we seek to harness AI for the public good and to improve the lives of Singaporeans.

  2. This vision is supported by making investments across both the public and private sectors, building up AI capabilities in research, government, and industry, and applying AI to solve real-world problems.

  3. In developing these capabilities, we consider what best serves Singapore's needs, alongside other factors such as the performance, security, resilience, and cost-effectiveness of the technology. There is due regard for data security and the public interest. We leverage local capabilities and partner with international entities, including leading companies who can impart knowledge, build skills and create local jobs.

  4. The Member may refer to the upcoming 2026 Budget statement and the Committee of Supply debates for more details on how Singapore will develop an AI-empowered economy.