The Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) is collaborating with the World Bank to enhance international cooperation in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology.
From October 19 to 22, MSIT will co-host the Global AI and Digital Summit (GADS) at the Grand Hyatt in Seoul.
The event aims to leverage the World Bank's network of 189 member countries to share South Korea's AI and digital technology and policy experiences with the international community and to expand cooperation with developing nations.
On the first day, October 19, an AI and digital ministerial meeting will take place, attended by representatives at the ministerial and vice-ministerial levels from over 60 countries, as well as officials from international organizations such as the World Bank and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). This marks an increase in participation compared to last year's AI and digital ministerial meeting held during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), which saw attendance from 21 member economies.
The meeting will be co-chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and MSIT Minister Lee Baek-hoon and World Bank Vice President Kim Sang-bu. Participants will discuss three main topics under the theme 'From Ambition to Action': digital inclusion through AI, the transition of public services to AI, and the establishment of an innovative AI ecosystem.
From October 20 to 21, a policy forum will be held, featuring government officials, international organizations, industry experts, and academics. The forum will focus on sharing key policies and technological trends in the AI and digital sectors and exploring avenues for collaboration.
During the same period, a technology exhibition will showcase innovations and services in the AI and digital fields, allowing participating companies to explore potential collaborations with government and business representatives from various countries.
On the final day, October 22, a site visit program will be conducted for international participants to observe the application of South Korea's AI and digital technologies. Participants will visit organizations such as the Korea Water Resources Corporation and Bundang Seoul National University Hospital to examine domestic case studies of AI and digital technology utilization.
Deputy Prime Minister Lee stated, 'We will actively cooperate with the international community to ensure that the benefits of responsible AI usage are shared broadly among humanity. I hope this event serves as a meaningful platform for cooperation and communication that translates our vision for a global AI society into tangible actions.'
* This article has been translated by AI.
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