Committee of Supply 2026 debate, Day 3: Rahayu Mahzam on protecting children in the digital age
Singapore wants to strengthen protection for children online - but it aims to do it right and take a holistic approach, Minister of State for Digital Development and Information Rahayu Mahzam said in parliament on Monday (Mar 2). As her ministry studies the impact of youth social media bans, it intends to extend age assurance requirements to designated social media services. Consultations with providers are underway and more details will be announced this year. Amid parental concerns, the government is looking into whether safeguards for online video games are needed. It is also doing more to support parents and educators to guide children in the digital world.
Singapore wants to strengthen protection for children online - but it aims to do it right and take a holistic approach, Minister of State for Digital Development and Information Rahayu Mahzam said in parliament on Monday (Mar 2). As her ministry studies the impact of youth social media bans, it intends to extend age assurance requirements to designated social media services. Consultations with providers are underway and more details will be announced this year. Amid parental concerns, the government is looking into whether safeguards for online video games are needed. It is also doing more to support parents and educators to guide children in the digital world.
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