Kathmandu — The Government of Nepal has introduced a draft of its long-awaited Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy, outlining four major objectives aimed at fostering a secure, innovative, and inclusive AI ecosystem in the country. The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology made the draft public on Tuesday, seeking feedback and suggestions from stakeholders.
The policy gives top priority to the creation of a safe and sustainable AI ecosystem. It envisions developing human resources, academic study, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship within the AI sector, with a focus on long-term capacity building.
A key component of the policy is the utilization of AI to enhance sectoral development and improve the quality of public services. The third objective emphasizes the importance of coordination, collaboration, regulation, and monitoring for the development and secure application of AI technologies.
Additionally, the policy aims to promote innovation and entrepreneurship, strengthen existing institutional structures, and enhance inter-sectoral cooperation. Ultimately, it seeks to increase AI’s contribution to the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
The release of this draft policy marks a significant step towards establishing a future-ready digital infrastructure in Nepal. Stakeholders are encouraged to review the policy and provide constructive feedback to shape the final version.
