KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24: The ‘Artificial Intelligence for Policymakers’ initiative was introduced today in Parliament with a two-day showcase (24-25 February 2025) designed to provide Members of Parliament (MPs) with critical AI knowledge, global best practices, and data-driven insights.
The initiative, aimed at embracing artificial intelligence (AI) as a key enabler of good governance, will culminate in a dedicated training session for MPs end of the month, a press statement from the Digital Ministry said today.
This pioneering initiative is a collaborative effort involving the Parliament of Malaysia, National AI Office (NAIO), UNITAR International University’s Centre of Leadership, Governance and Democracy, and Microsoft, a statement from the Digital Ministry said today.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker, Tan Sri Dato’ Dr. Johari bin Abdul, officiated the event.
By leveraging AI’s capabilities, analysing its economic impact, and proactively addressing its risks and challenges through data-driven insights and research, policymakers can formulate forward-thinking policies that enhance national competitiveness while upholding public trust and safeguarding societal interests, the statement said.
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