Kazakhstan launches UNESCO AI readiness assessment initiative
The initiative aims to align AI governance with international ethical and human rights standards.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization has announced the launch of its AI Readiness Assessment Methodology in Kazakhstan to evaluate the country’s preparedness for AI governance and development.
The framework is intended to help countries align AI governance approaches with UNESCO Recommendation on the Ethics of AI. Representatives from government, academia, business, civil society, and expert organisations participated in the launch discussions.
Participants discussed Kazakhstan’s digital transformation priorities and plans related to AI ecosystem development. According to UNESCO representatives, the assessment process will address issues including human rights, inclusion, gender equality, and transparency in AI governance.
A national stakeholder group involving ministries, universities, business associations, and civil society organisations will support implementation and policy recommendations. The launch event was held at Astana Hub in Kazakhstan.
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