Saudi Arabia Champions Inclusive and Sustainable AI Governance at Davos

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Saudi Arabia Champions Inclusive and Sustainable AI Governance at Davos

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Davos (SPA): Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Eng. Abdullah Alswaha, underscored the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in modern economies and societies, likening its significance to essentials like oxygen, water, and food. Speaking at the “State of Play: AI Governance” panel during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, he called for a robust and innovative global governance framework to mitigate the potential risks of AI on economies and societies.

Eng. Alswaha described AI as a “general-purpose technology” fundamental to economic and social advancement. He warned that the absence of global AI governance could result in a divide between an elite benefiting from technological advancements and the rest of the world, fostering a dangerous ethical and technological gap that could undermine sustainability.

Highlighting Saudi Arabia’s leadership under His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the minister detailed the Kingdom’s initiatives to close gaps in computing, data, and algorithms through substantial investments, energy resources, and international collaborations.

Key Areas of Focus
1. Computing:
Saudi Arabia is advancing its position in computing by developing state-of-the-art data centers in partnership with leading global companies.

2. Data:
As the heart of the Arab and Islamic world, the Kingdom leverages its cultural heritage and natural resources to lead in the field of data.

3. Algorithms:
The minister stressed the necessity of secure and unbiased algorithms to ensure the reliability and trustworthiness of modern technologies.

Eng. Alswaha concluded by reaffirming Saudi Arabia’s commitment to collaborating with nations and institutions that share its vision for innovative and sustainable AI solutions. These efforts aim to address humanity’s needs while promoting equitable access to technological advancements globally.
–SPA

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