1. Challenging the Narrative of "Us vs. Them"
- Question: Does the article's focus on local-born Singaporeans actually reflect a "us versus them" mentality, as Minister Tan suggests? Could this emphasis on "local-born" unintentionally create a divide?
2. Demanding Clarity on "Foreign" Professionals
- Question: If many naturalized Singaporeans and PRs married to local-born Singaporeans are counted towards the 63% growth, are they truly "foreign" in the context of PMET jobs?
3. Exploring the Impact on Existing Residents
- Question: While the article focuses on the growth in PMETs, does it adequately address the potential impact on existing resident PMETs, particularly those who might be facing displacement or underemployment?
4. Demanding Data and Evidence
- Question: Beyond the Minister's statement, what specific data and evidence support the claim that local-born Singaporeans make up the bulk of PMET growth?
5. Seeking a Balanced Perspective
- Question: While the article primarily presents the government's perspective, what are the views of other stakeholders, including those represented by Mr Leong Mun Wai, regarding the PMET growth and its impact on different groups?
6. Exploring the Issue of Underemployment
- Question: Does the article delve deeply enough into the issue of underemployment, particularly among local-born Singaporeans? What are the underlying causes and potential solutions to address this concern?
7. Analyzing the Impact on Specific Sectors
- Question: Which specific PMET sectors are seeing the majority of this growth? Are these sectors experiencing a shortage of local-born Singaporeans, and if so, why?
