Tag: Workforce Development
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Governments Must Invest in Preparing Workers for AI, Says PM Wong
Policy Imperative: Investing in an AI-Ready Workforce Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has underscored a central tenet of modern economic strategy: as artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes workplaces, governments must take an active role in preparing workers for the transition. He warned that relying solely on market forces risks lagging behind rapid technological change and widening…
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Governments must invest more in preparing workers for AI, says PM Wong
New Call for Public Investment in AI-Ready Skills Gyeongju, South Korea — Prime Minister Lawrence Wong delivered a pointed message on the role of government in the AI era, arguing that preparing workers for artificial intelligence is a national priority and cannot be left to market forces alone. Speaking to business leaders and policymakers at…
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Trump claims Harvard will pay $500 million to fund AI training
Trump claims Harvard will pay $500 million to fund AI training In a rapid-fire briefing from the Oval Office, U.S. President Donald Trump said his administration had reached an agreement with Harvard University after months of negotiations. He claimed the school would contribute approximately $500 million and take on responsibilities for running vocational schools that…
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Upcoming Changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Introduction to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) has been a crucial tool for Canadian businesses seeking skilled labor from abroad since its inception. Recently, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced significant changes to the TFWP during an address to the Liberal caucus in Edmonton. This announcement signals a commitment to…