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AI replacing certain tasks, but not entire jobs: Ong Ye Kung
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· September 7, 2026
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Key points The minister's comments were made during an annual event that brings together students, academic staff, and a government minister to discuss various topics. Health Minister Ong Ye Kung discussed the job market at the annual Kent Ridge Ministerial Forum.
Health Minister Ong Ye Kung discussed the job market at the annual Kent Ridge Ministerial Forum. He spoke to students and academic staff members about the impact of artificial intelligence on employment. According to the minister, AI is replacing certain tasks, but it is not taking over entire jobs.
The forum provided a platform for the health minister to share his insights on the job market. Further details about his discussion are available from the source.
The minister's comments were made during an annual event that brings together students, academic staff, and a government minister to discuss various topics.
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