The "Artificial Intelligence Strategy of the Republic of Azerbaijan for 2025–2028," recently approved by President Ilham Aliyev, marks a significant step in the country’s digital transformation. The strategy outlines comprehensive goals aimed at enhancing artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities and integration within key sectors of the economy and governance. This initiative is poised to position Azerbaijan as a competitive player in the global AI landscape, with ambitions that go beyond technological development to encompass ethical, legal, and societal considerations.

Strategic vision and goals

Azerbaijan’s AI Strategy is multifaceted, with a clear purpose to accelerate the development and application of AI technologies across various sectors. The overarching goals of the strategy are to enhance the competitiveness of Azerbaijan’s economy, create an enabling environment for AI adoption, and foster a qualified workforce that can drive this technological revolution. The strategy also places significant emphasis on societal outreach, aiming to make AI’s benefits accessible to all members of society.

However, the strategy’s success will largely depend on the effective alignment of national priorities with global AI trends and the strategic collaboration between public and private sectors. By establishing a regulatory legal framework, the government aims to lay the groundwork for responsible AI use, ensuring ethical practices, data privacy, and the protection of citizens’ rights. This proactive approach in creating legal norms and ethical principles reflects a recognition of the potential risks posed by unchecked AI development, especially in a global context where such frameworks are still evolving.

AI integration into national sectors

The strategy highlights the importance of AI in priority sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, transportation, and education. The deployment of AI systems within these sectors is expected to bring about substantial improvements in efficiency, service delivery, and resource optimization. For instance, in healthcare, AI can enhance diagnostic accuracy, optimize treatment plans, and........

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