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  • Who We Are

    Who We Are

    The Ministry of Communications and Information (MCI) is a ministry of the Government of Singapore. MCI’s mission is to connect our people to community, government and opportunity, enabled by trustworthy infrastructure and technology.

    • About Us

      About Us

      At MCI, we work closely with our agencies to deliver our vision of an engaged and connected Singapore.
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    • Agencies

      Agencies

      The agencies under MCI family include:

      • Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA)
      • Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)
      • National Library Board (NLB)
      • Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC)
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  • MCI Portfolios

    MCI Portfolios

    The agencies under MCI are Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), National Library Board (NLB) and Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC).

    • Cyber Security

      Cyber Security

      MCI and Cyber Security Agency (CSA) work with government agencies and private organisations to build resilient infrastructure, create a safe cyberspace, develop a vibrant cyber ecosystem and strengthen international partnerships.
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    • Digital Defence

      Digital Defence

      Digital Defence is one of the six pillars of Total Defence to guard against threats from the digital domain.
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    • Digital Readiness

      Digital Readiness

      Comprising representatives from the public, private and people sectors, the digital readiness initiative aim to develop strategies and principles for building digital readiness for Singaporeans, with a particular emphasis on those who might be at risk of being excluded from opportunities in the digital future.
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    • Infocomm Media

      Infocomm Media

      The convergence of infocomm and media has changed the way the infocomm and media sector is organised. MCI and IMDA work together to ensure our businesses and people seize opportunities in the infocomm and media sector and that the regulatory environment keep pace with the developments, remain conducive for businesses and protect consumers’ interest.
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    • Libraries

      Libraries

      The National Library Board (NLB) runs 26 public libraries, the National Library and the National Archives of Singapore (NAS) to serve all residents in Singapore.
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    • Personal Data

      Personal Data

      MCI, through the Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) in IMDA, oversees and crafts policies to strengthen Singapore’s personal data protection regime. It aims to raise awareness of the importance of data protection among Singaporeans and assist businesses in building up their data protection capacity.
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    • Public Comms

      Public Comms

      MCI plays an important role in public communications. Through listening to citizens and explaining the government policies, MCI ensures that Singaporeans are heard, connected and engaged as citizens of Singapore.
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  • Careers and Grants

    Careers and Grants

    MCI provides the edge that Singapore needs to excel in the new economy by facilitating effective communication in a dynamic environment and diverse culture.

    • Careers

      Careers

      As a part of MCI, you will play a key role in remaking Singapore. We work towards our vision by formulating policies to develop and promote Singapore’s infocomm and media sectors. We also foster greater understanding between the Government, Singaporeans and stakeholders by facilitating effective public communications.
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    • Job Vacancies

      Job Vacancies

      We are looking for candidates to join us.
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    • Scholarship

      Scholarship

      MCI offers scholarships to candidates with a passion for government communications work. Upon graduation, scholars can look forward to a rewarding and challenging career spanning various portfolios and responsibilities, as well as a comprehensive development plan comprising professional and leadership training, secondments and attachments to other ministries and external agencies.
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    • Grants
      • Translation Talent Development Scheme

        Translation Talent Development Scheme

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      • Community-in-Translation Events Grant

        Community-in-Translation Events Grant

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  • Public Consultation

    Public Consultation

    We want your feedback on our policies. Participate in the public consultation here.

    • Open Consultation

      Open Consultation

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    • Archive

      Archive

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  • Media Centre

    Media Centre

    Our Media Centre provides up-to-date information, announcements and profile stories of our stakeholders and partners.

    • Pressroom

      Pressroom

      Here are our latest speeches, press releases, announcements on programmes, and initiatives and responses to parliamentary questions.
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    • Stories

      Stories

      Be updated on the latest happenings about MCI, our agencies and stakeholders.
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  • Parliament

    Parliament

    Parliament proceedings are live-streamed on MCI Singapore YouTube channel.

    • Live-stream

      Live-stream

      Live-stream of Parliament proceedings.

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  • Reporting in SG

    Reporting in SG

    • Setting Up Shop
      • Establishing a news bureau

        Establishing a news bureau

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        Work Passes

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        Customs formalities

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      • Government Directory

        Government Directory

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      • Media Associations

        Media Associations

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      • Regulation of the media sector

        Regulation of the media sector

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      • General information on taxes

        General information on taxes

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04 Apr 2022

MCI response to PQ on Reasons for Recent Data Breach of Local Retail Website and Measures to Ensure Security and Protection of Customer Data

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04 Mar 2022

Speech by Mrs Josephine Teo, Minister of Communications and Information, at the Ministry of Communications and Information Committee of Supply Debate on 4 March 2022

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04 Mar 2022

Building a Vibrant and Secure Digital Future, Together

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10 Jan 2022

MCI response to PQ on Cases of Unauthorised Sale of Personal Data Investigated by Personal Data Protection Commission in Past Five Years

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10 Jan 2022

MCI response to PQ on Measures in Place to Ensure Companies Engage Licensed and Certified Third- or Fourth-party IT vendors to Minimise Risk of Data Breaches and Leaks

Stories

12 Dec 2017

Know your privacy rights

09 Oct 2016

Your Personal Data Our Responsibility Ep 1

17 Aug 2016

Launch of Cyber Safety Series For Students

20 Jul 2016

New Guides Available

30 Jun 2016

PDPC Welcomes Japan's Personal Information Protection Commission as APPA Member

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