The Global Center on AI Governance’s Global Index on Responsible AI (GIRAI) recognized Uzbekistan as the leading Central Asian country in responsible artificial intelligence. With a score of 11.27 points, Uzbekistan ranks 70th globally among 138 countries evaluated in the study. The country’s success was bolstered by three presidential orders focused on advancing AI. These orders address key areas including cultural and linguistic diversity, international cooperation, public sector skills development, competition authorities, and transparency.
The GIRAI assesses responsible AI across 19 thematic areas divided into three main dimensions: Human Rights and AI, Responsible AI Governance, and Responsible AI Capacities. The study, which involved collaboration with 16 regional hubs, including the Institute for the Development of Freedom of Information (IDFI) for Eastern Europe and Central Asia, evaluates each country based on government frameworks, actions, and non-state actor initiatives.
Kazakhstan follows with a score that places it 74th globally. The country leads in government initiatives related to AI, including a notable project for the social protection of gig economy workers launched in July 2022.
Kyrgyzstan ranks third in the region with 7.4 points, demonstrating notable non-governmental sector engagement in responsible AI. However, the lack of comprehensive government frameworks impacts its overall score.
Tajikistan is the only Central Asian country with a national AI strategy, aiming for development until 2040. While it performs well in Responsible AI Governance, its non-governmental sector activities are limited.
Turkmenistan, with the lowest regional score of 1.98 points, ranks 111th globally. The country lacks significant government frameworks for responsible AI and has minimal non-governmental sector involvement, leading to a zero score in Responsible AI Capabilities.
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