Singapore eyes global partnerships to close AI gap in social sector

Singapore’s Social and Family Development Minister Masagos Zulkifli has highlighted a global gap in the development of AI for social services, calling it an opportunity for collaboration. Speaking after a five-day visit to Switzerland, he said Singapore can work with partners to scale solutions and improve access. Efforts are also underway locally, including an AI smart town initiative in Tampines launching in June, aimed at helping communities adapt to technological change. Chloe Teo reports from Zurich.