Title: AI Revolution Leaves Youth Jobless? Hong Kong, Singapore Ministers Warn of “Paradox”

**Article:** Hong Kong’s labour chief warned on Monday that young people are facing a “paradox of AI fluency” – where knowing how to use artificial intelligence is no longer a bonus, but a basic requirement that still fails to guarantee a job. Speaking at the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Philanthropy for Better Cities Forum 2026, Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun Yuk-han said higher education alone is no longer enough to ensure career success. He called for a stronger push across different sectors—government, business, and charities—to help young people gain real work experience disrupted by AI. “The paradox is that while young people are expected to be fluent in AI, that fluency alone does not make them employable,” Sun said, according to the draft remarks. He stressed that practical experience, not just academic knowledge, is now critical. In a related call, Singapore’s Trade Minister urged workers to adopt a “continuous learning” mindset. He said rapid technological change means skills become outdated quickly, and only those who keep upgrading themselves will stay relevant. Both officials agreed that no single group can solve the problem. Employers must offer internships and training, while governments need to create policies that encourage lifelong learning. The ministers spoke as part of a broader discussion on how philanthropy and public policy can adapt to the AI era.