Explore the Future of Work - Up Close: International Labour Organisation Expert Group Meeting

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Explore the Future of Work - Up Close

International Labour Organisation Expert Group Meeting

ILO and MOM invites you to an exclusive dialogue featuring internatonal policymakers and industry leaders - including the Group Managing Director of Grab, Regional Director of PersolKelly, and more - as they explore the evolving digital platform economy and the vital role of accurate statistics in navigating an era of disinformation. 

  • Learn from industry leaders
  • Buffet lunch included
  • Network with policymakers and international experts

Agenda Highlights

Opening Remarks - Mr Ng Chee Khern, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Manpower

Keynote Speaker - Mr Rafael Diez de Medina, Director of Statistics & Chief Statistician, ILO

International Delegates Panel 

- Director-General of Eurostat

-Chief Statisticians of the European Commission and the Organisation Economic Co-operation and Development 

Speakers:

-Ms Yeo Wan Ling, Assistant Secretary-General of NTUC, Director of U SME and Women & Family Units

How can we protect workers in a gig-driven world? Ms Yeo shares how NTUC is shaping labour protections in Singapore’s platform economy— through policy innovation and data-driven strategies that put workers first.

-Mr Lim Yew Heng, Group Managing Director, Grab

What does the future of work look like in Southeast Asia? Hear how Grab is using AI and algorithmic tools to reinvent jobs, improve business efficiency, and shape the next wave of workforce engagement.

-Mr Elvin Tan, Regional Director - Head of Operations APAC, PersolKelly

From traditional to tech — how do we future-proof employment? Mr Tan brings a cross-industry view on workforce transformation, and how digital platforms and public-private partnerships can drive inclusive, sustainable employment.

  1. For university students curious about data, tech, economics, and
    public policy.
  2. Discover how AI and platforms like Grab are reshaping jobs.
  3. Connect your studies to real-world impact - and your future career. 

Register by 5 Sept. 

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Career/Industry Talk

Date: Monday, 29 September 2025

Time: 9am – 4pm

Event Venue: Sheraton Towers, 39 Scotts Road, S228230

Industry: Public Sector

Faculties: All Faculty/ Schools, Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, Faculty of Science, School of Business

Target Audience: All students interested in economics, data, social sciences, and public policy

Dress Code: Business Formal

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