Singapore studying ways to better support at-risk workers before job losses: Desmond Choo

Singapore is actively studying methods to provide earlier support to workers vulnerable to job displacement, shifting the focus from recovery to prevention. Desmond Choo, deputy secretary-general of the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC), highlighted this strategic pivot.

"Rather than helping workers recover after they have fallen out of employment, the focus should be on intervening earlier," Choo stated. This approach aims to equip workers with the necessary skills and resources to adapt to evolving job markets before they face unemployment.

The initiative reflects a broader effort within Singapore to enhance workforce resilience and ensure workers can navigate career transitions smoothly. By identifying at-risk individuals and offering timely assistance, the government and labor unions hope to mitigate the impact of economic shifts and maintain a stable employment landscape.

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Rather than helping workers recover after they have fallen out of employment, the focus should be on intervening earlier.