Written reply to PQ on Impact of US' AI Diffusion Policy and Export Controls on Singapore’s Competitiveness and Tech Businesses

Question

Mr Chua Kheng Wee Louis: To ask the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry in view of the new artificial intelligence diffusion policy and export controls by the United States introduced in January 2025, where Singapore is not listed as among the 18 countries granted exceptions, what is the Government’s assessment of (i) the ability of Singapore-based entities to import high-end chips and technologies from the United States and (ii) Singapore’s artificial intelligence competitiveness.

Written Answer by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong

1. The new artificial intelligence (AI) diffusion rule has not been finalised and is subject to further change by the Trump Administration. We are closely monitoring the situation and engaging companies on the potential impact, if any, to their AI activities in Singapore. If necessary, we will consider measures that are appropriate to ensure that Singapore-based companies will continue to have access to high-end chips and technologies from the United States.