Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies hold immense potential to transform societies, economies, and governance systems. However, the rapid advancement and deployment of AI also raises complex ethical, legal, and social challenges particularly in safeguarding human rights.
Bangladesh, recognizing the importance of AI, has drafted a National AI Policy aimed at harnessing its potential while addressing associated challenges. Keeping its potential in mind, the Policy aims to implement it in various sectors to boost the economy and to ensure national security, while making sure there are some pre-emptive measures for some of the inherent risks of AI. This policy brief critically examines the draft policy and digs into the key concerns, highlights ambiguities, and outlines strategies for advocating for inclusive and transparent AI governance.