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While machines replaced manual labour of humans during the industrialization in the past, artificial intelligence now is developing beyond automation to a level that can perform intelligent tasks that could only be done by humans. As AI is causing a paradigm shift not only in terms of technology but one that encompasses all sectors including humanities, Korea is preparing for the shift on national and social levels.

The initiative is aimed at making Korea a global pivotal state in AI by becoming one of the G3 AI nations. It outlines the four nationwide AI flagship projects and four key pillars of the AI ecosystem: 1) Develop startup talent, 2) Innovate technology and infrastructure, 3) Lay a foundation for inclusion and fairness, and 4) Secure global leadership.

Following the AI Safety Summit held by the UK in 2023, the AI Seoul Summit contributed to making the AI Summit a leader-level platform for comprehensive discussion on global AI governance.The Seoul Declaration suggests a balanced global AI governance that promotes AI safety while also supporting AI innovation and inclusivity, and received endorsement from global AI leaders, including the G7.

The Korea AISI is Korea AISI) is an organization dedicated to evaluating the risks associated with AI models or systems and researching technologies for preventing and mitigating those risks. We represent the Republic of Korea in collaborating with AI safety research institutes and related organizations worldwide.

The Committee will deliberate and coordinate on the following: key AI-related policies, AI-related R&D strategies, AI-related investment strategies, and public-private cooperation and AI industry development strategies aimed at boosting the national AI competitiveness.