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The episode discusses Singapore's job market challenges and government strategies to address them amidst global economic shifts.

Global shifts. Local wages. SMEs on the brink. What does it actually mean for your paycheck when elephants fight and grass gets trampled? We got a senior policymaker to cut through the noise and get straight answers on Singapore’s job market, foreign talent, and who really pays the price of growth. Guest: Dinesh Vasu Dash (Singapore’s Minister of State for Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY) & Manpower (MOM), and Mayor of South East District) What you’ll hear: Singapore’s “job shortage” vs. skills mismatch How MOM investigates unfair hiring practices and foreign talent quotas Why SMEs are struggling despite rising costs and stagnant revenue The real effectiveness of upskilling, Place-and-Train, and grit programs What the government is doing to protect local wages in a volatile global economy --- 🎧 The Financial Coconut: Your weekly source for empowering financial knowledge and unlocking possibilities. We explore personal finance, investing, and entrepreneurship to help you build a richer life. Join us as we explore personal finance, investing and more. Get ready to take control of your financial future and live your best life, financially wise…

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