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This episode unpacks Singapore's Budget 2026 delivered by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, focusing on preparing the workforce, boosting AI literacy, and supporting fair wages and job growth.Key measures annouced for workers, jobseekers and employers covered include:Practical AI training and tool accessHigher local salary thresholds and progressive wage creditsExpanded training allowances and senior/mid-career supportBusiness relief measures like tax rebates, grants, and startup fundingSome key takeaways: it's time to build practical AI skills, keep upgrading through modular learning, and for employers—transform your processes and job design so growth delivers better jobs for Singaporeans!This episode will be in our Listen and Learn format, which covers a selection of popular career-linked articles on our website.Keeping in the spirit of the times, you’ll be hearing from CareerCompass’ new AI colleagues, Aiden and Aileen, on what you should be aware about ahead of Budget Day.Key highlights to listen to:(((Over 100,000 jobs await. Discover your perfect role on MyCareersFuture today.----more----Read the full article here: https://content.mycareersfuture.gov.sg/budget-2026-singaporean-workers-employers/Find out more about SWDA's programmes and services to help you in your career:www.swda.gov.sgRead about the latest career tips and advice | Apply for Jobs | Register for events here:https://go.gov.sg/podcast-careerscompassbymcf

