# Talking Point: What Singapore wants social media platforms to do to protect children and youths

https://mins.news/en/video/30726

- CNA, 2026-08-24 15:32 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXfMLYAgOpw

> Singapore plans to ask social media platforms to do more to shield children and youths from excessive use and online harms. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced the plan at the National Day Rally on Aug 23, while Digital Development and Information Minister Josephine Teo addressed what the government expects from major platforms in a special programme.

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