National AI Strategy

AI for the Public Good, for Singapore and the World

As a Smart Nation, our commitment extends beyond merely embracing technology; we aspire to be at the forefront, setting the pace, and driving global innovation and conversations in tech, including AI.

In 2019, we unveiled our first National AI Strategy, outlining plans to deepen the use of AI to transform our economy. Our early investment in AI led to the establishment of about 150 teams working on research and development, and 900 startups exploring new ideas with AI. Since then, we’ve witnessed significant breakthroughs in AI, resulting in the development of new products, enhanced capabilities, and transformative interactions.

In 2023, we launched the Singapore National AI Strategy 2.0 (NAIS 2.0) in our ongoing pursuit of setting the pace.

Strategy Documents

Singapore National AI Strategy 2.0 (2023) [7MB]

Singapore National AI Strategy (2019) [9.4MB]

About NAIS 2.0

To propel ourselves further as leaders in the field AI, three key shifts from our initial National AI Strategy are imperative for NAIS 2.0:

From Opportunity to Necessity

People “must know” AI, not just see it as a “good to have”. We need both technical experts and savvy users to maximise AI’s potential for Singapore.

From Local to Global

We must adopt a global AI outlook, linking with top minds and allies to pool resources and tackle today’s complex AI challenges.

From Projects to Systems

We must go beyond flagship projects by taking a systems approach to enhance capability, infrastructure, and resources, speed idea exchange, and scale

Goals of NAIS 2.0

Guided by the vision “AI for the Public Good, for Singapore and the World”, NAIS 2.0 seeks to attain the twin goals of:

Excellence

We will selectively develop peaks of excellence in AI, to advance the field and maximise value creation.

Empowerment

We will raise up individuals, businesses, and communities to use AI with confidence, discernment, and trust.

Working through 10 Enablers to achieve our vision and goals

To achieve our vision and goals, we will direct efforts under NAIS 2.0 toward 3 Systems working through 10 Enablers. Click on the image below to learn more about the 15 Actions that Singapore will undertake across these systems and enablers, to support our ambitions over the next 3-5 years. We will continually review these Actions to respond to fast-moving developments in AI, across domains.

[Click here to download the National AI Strategy 2.0 Infographics.]