Tehran – First Vice President Mohammad Reza calls for artificial intelligence development in Islamic countries based on three key principles: multilateral cooperation, scientific synergies and shared infrastructure.
“Therefore, I present some concrete proposals for the development and promotion of cooperation between Islamic countries in the science and technology sector, particularly artificial intelligence,” FVPresidident cited AREF.
Officials made their remarks on Monday, dealing with the second ministerial meeting of the Islamic Cooperative Organization (OIC-15) Dialogue Platform.
The first proposal highlights the need for the establishment of a high-level steering group for the development of OIC-15 AI, with the aim of creating a structure for tracking global development in the field of artificial intelligence.
The second proposal focuses on developing medium-term and long-term roadmaps for science and technology cooperation in AI, focusing on realistic goals.
The third proposal focuses on networking research and academic centres, leveraging and sharing the expertise and capabilities of elites and specific institutions across the Islamic world for joint research and development, launching joint academic and professional education programs for AI.
The fourth proposal jointly funds AI research, technology projects and infrastructure to support major infrastructure, joint strategic projects and AI startups that benefit from the capabilities of the Islamic Development Bank, the capabilities of Islamic countries.
And the final proposal highlights the development of the Islamic Charter on AI Ethics to create an internal framework based on Islamic law, human dignity and social justice principles.
Second Ministerial Conference of OIC-15
The second ministerial meeting of the OIC-15 Dialogue Platform took place from May 17th to 19th.
The theme of the three-day meeting focused on artificial intelligence (AI) and was entitled “AI: A Excellence Strategy, Science and Technology Innovation Using the Bright Future of the Islamic World.”
The event served as a platform to promote regional cooperation by strengthening scientific diplomacy. It also provided an opportunity to review and discuss issues in Islamic countries in the technology sector, the IRNA reported.
The conference was primarily focused on AI in higher education and focused on challenges and opportunities, as well as the impact of AI on economic development. Additionally, the first multilateral document (AI) on artificial intelligence in Islamic countries was scheduled to be approved during the meeting.
Minister of Science Hossain Simai Saraf gave a speech at the opening ceremony, followed by a panel of experts.
There will also be reports on the implementation of the decision made at the first ministerial meeting at Almati, with the date and venue for the next meeting being decided.
On May 17, participants discussed and exchanged the opinions of AI, and the delegation’s director presented a speech. The Minister of Science or his representatives then held a bilateral meeting.
On the bystanders of the event, an exhibition of Iran’s achievements in the science, technology and AI sectors was held to showcase the capabilities of knowledge-based companies.
The OIC is the second largest organization after the UN, with membership in 57 states spread across four continents.
In 2016, the OIC Dialogue Platform initiative was proposed by Kazakhstan, with 15 major countries including Kazakhstan, Iran, Turkey, Pakistan and Indonesia taking part in the technology.
The initiative was approved at the 46th and 47th meetings of the Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) in 2018 and 2019.
The platform aims to enhance the scientific and technological potential of Islamic nations and provide solutions to challenges in these areas, including the environment and energy.
Expertise in science, technology and innovation, systematic challenges identification, development of solutions, and strengthening strategic partnerships between participating countries and international partners are the main goals of the OIC.
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