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'We should ensure the responsible use of AI, being aware of its potential misuse.'

Photo: PM Secretariat

Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has recommended utilizing IT innovations to simplify human lives. 

In his address to the “Artificial Intelligence (AI) International Conference,’ organized by the Youth Association of Nepal here today, the Prime Minister stressed the need to promote the use of science and technology to pursue a more convenient lifestyle. 

“We have a thirst for development and the concept of Digital Nepal was launched to address such desire. We should ensure the responsible use of AI, being aware of its potential misuse,” the Prime Minister said. He also echoed the need for legal provisions to prevent the potential abuse of AI technologies. 

He advised that the use of AI in education be explored to improve students’ performance. Prime Minister Oli also said the government will develop policies and plans on AI. 

The two-day event aims to educate youths, political parties, and the public about AI development and its applications, it is said

Prime Minister Oli today inaugurated the event which is said to be the first of its kind in Nepal. According to YAN Chair Kshitiz Thebe, the event is expected to help enable an atmosphere conducive to preparing a national policy on AI. 

“We hope this Conference will contribute to the further development of the IT sector in Nepal,” he said, adding that it has been attended by around 1,000 representatives from home and abroad. 

Association General Secretary Suman Puri said the Conference will feature 10 panel discussions on various AI-related topics with the participation of foreign AI experts and representatives including from the European Union, Japan, the UK, and so on.