We recognize the importance of building an AI governance framework that is grounded not only in risk management but also in rights, inclusion, and local values,
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs and the United Kingdom’s Alan Turing Institute are exploring opportunities for collaboration in developing a governance framework for the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI).

The Alan Turing Institute is the UK’s national institute for data science and AI.

Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs, Nezar Patria, and Director of Research on Ethics and Responsible Innovation at the institute, David Leslie, discussed the potential collaboration on the sidelines of the 2025 UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of AI in Bangkok, Thailand.

In a statement issued by the ministry in Jakarta on Thursday, Patria shared that Indonesia has completed the UNESCO AI Readiness Assessment and is currently preparing a National AI Road Map.

“We recognize the importance of building an AI governance framework that is grounded not only in risk management but also in rights, inclusion, and local values,” he affirmed.

He acknowledged that one of the key challenges is integrating ethical principles and ensuring public trust amid the rapid evolution of AI technologies.

Patria invited Leslie to Indonesia to participate in a workshop with policymakers aimed at strengthening the country’s AI governance framework. Leslie welcomed the invitation.

Leslie emphasized the importance of adopting a bifocal approach to AI governance, combining ex-ante mechanisms—such as risk and social impact assessments before system deployment—and ex-post mechanisms—such as audits and remediation after deployment.

He stressed the need for a regulatory framework that balances hard and soft laws, while fostering a culture of responsible design and innovation through professional norms and best practices.

“Effective AI regulation isn’t just about legislation, but also about building cultural norms and institutional capacity. In the UK, for example, we’ve been developing soft law practices for the past decade,” Leslie said.

Both parties also agreed to explore collaboration in knowledge exchange, ethical best practices, and joint research focused on inclusive and responsive AI systems, particularly in the Global South.

They also discussed potential cooperation on public engagement initiatives, including citizen assemblies, co-design labs, and impact assessments based on human rights and social justice.



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