The document outlines key mechanisms for using AI technologies for the sustainable development of Central Asia.
On July 25, the UN General Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution “The Role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Creating New Opportunities for Sustainable Development in Central Asia,” initiated by the Republic of Tajikistan.
The initiative was put forward by the President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon during the debates at the 79th session of the UN General Assembly on September 24, 2024.
“The adopted resolution has become an important precedent for the formation of a global consensus on the ethical and safe use of AI, including the development of self-regulation mechanisms and responsible management of AI technologies at the regional and national levels,”
The document outlines key mechanisms for using AI technologies to ensure sustainable development in Central Asia. One of these mechanisms is the creation of a Regional Artificial Intelligence Center in Dushanbe to coordinate joint AI implementation programs in Central Asia.
“The implementation of these approaches promotes the creation of safe, reliable and trustworthy AI systems, ensuring a balance between regulation, innovation and internal self-control mechanisms, as a precedent for other regions of the world,” the Foreign Ministry added.
The activities of the Regional AI Centre in Dushanbe will accelerate the implementation of key initiatives in this area in Central Asia, such as:
– promotion of joint programs for training AI specialists and support for AI startups between technology parks located in the region;
– establishing research projects in AI between universities, researchers and AI laboratories in the region;
– formation of a common network of data centers to increase the availability of computing power in AI between Central Asian countries;
– harmonisation of national AI monitoring initiatives with the aim of introducing common principles of coordinated, responsible and self-regulated AI governance in Central Asia;
– promoting global AI initiatives with international partners and organizations.
