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5 days ago
- Business
- Scoop
APEC Ministers Convene For First-Ever Digital And AI Ministerial Meeting
Issued by the APEC Digital and AI Ministerial Meeting Incheon, Republic of Korea, 4 August 2025 Ministers responsible for telecommunications, information and communications technology (ICT) and digital policy from the 21 APEC member economies gathered in Incheon for the first-ever APEC Digital and AI Ministerial Meeting, a milestone moment in the region's digital cooperation. The meeting underscores the growing urgency for trusted, reliable and human-centered approaches to digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI) that benefit all our people across the Asia-Pacific. 'We are now standing at the forefront of a monumental wave of transformation driven by AI and digital technologies,' said Kyunghoon Bae, Minister of Science and ICT of the Republic of Korea and Chair of the meeting. 'How we respond to this massive 'coming wave' will shape the future for all of us.' Under Korea's theme of APEC 2025, ' Building a Sustainable Tomorrow,' the meeting offered ministers a platform to chart a collaborative course for digital and AI policymaking. Discussions focused on advancing meaningful digital connectivity, harnessing emerging technologies for public good and strengthening international cooperation to ensure AI systems are safe, broadly beneficial and trusted across borders. Minister Bae underscored the meeting's role in shaping future cooperation across the region, calling it 'an opportunity to design the future of our collaboration that encompasses innovation, connectivity, and ecosystems based on the diversity and experiences of APEC member economies.' The meeting builds on the forum's work under the APEC Internet and Digital Economy Roadmap, which guides cooperation in areas such as broadband access, digital trust, upskilling and AI governance. 'Because the future is digital,' said APEC Executive Director Eduardo Pedrosa in his remarks to APEC ministers. 'AI will shape everything from healthcare to education, trade to public safety, and it is our responsibility as a region to stay ahead of these conversations – anticipating what our economies will need in five or ten years' time, and ensuring that innovation supports long-term growth.' Ministers reaffirmed their commitment to digital transformation as a driver of growth that benefits all under the Putrajaya Vision 2040 and the Aotearoa Plan of Action. The outcomes of the meeting will feed into Korea's proposed APEC AI Initiative, which aims to foster future-oriented innovation, build capacity across society and sectors, as well as promote investment in robust AI infrastructure to ensure that all segments of society benefit from this transformation. The Ministerial is followed by the APEC Global Digital and AI Forum on 5 August, co-hosted by the Government of Korea and the World Bank, bringing together government leaders, innovators and researchers to translate policy commitments into practical action.
Scoop
30-07-2025
- Business
- Scoop
APEC Economies Step Up Cooperation On Digital Policy Challenges
Issued by the APEC Digital Economy Steering Group Incheon, Republic of Korea, 29 July 2025 APEC member economies have concluded a two-day meeting of the Digital Economy Steering Group in Incheon, Republic of Korea, with renewed momentum to strengthen cross-border collaboration on digital regulation, online safety and sustainability. From artificial intelligence (AI) to online scams and environmental impact, the meeting focused on the critical balance between enabling innovation and safeguarding users, particularly vulnerable groups such as women, youth, as well as small businesses. 'There is growing recognition that growth in the digital economy must go hand in hand with trust, inclusion and responsibility,' said Ichwan Makmur Nasution, Chair of the Digital Economy Steering Group (DESG). 'The solutions we're exploring are not only about technology. They're about protecting people, building resilience and ensuring no one is left behind.' Throughout the meeting, delegates grappled with how to align digital regulations across borders without stifling innovation. Conversations around data privacy, cybersecurity and AI governance reflected the diversity of legal systems and policy approaches in the region, while underscoring a shared urgency to create interoperable, forward-looking digital frameworks. One of the central policy dialogues examined how economies can better manage harmful online content, misinformation and abuse. These issues threaten not only individual safety but also social trust and economic participation. The discussion highlighted the disproportionate impact of online harms on women and youth, urging greater investment in digital literacy, user protection and responsible platform governance. As part of its forward agenda, the group examined the environmental footprint of AI and digital infrastructure. From growing energy demands to electronic waste, members explored how policy and innovation can work together to reduce the sector's impact while supporting continued digital growth. Ongoing and proposed APEC-funded projects covered a wide range of priorities, from AI policy cooperation and Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs) to micro, small and medium enterprises' access to digital trade. 'This meeting reinforced the strategic value of DESG as a platform for shared learning and joint action,' said Nasution. 'It's not just about exchanging views. It's about building alignment where possible and respecting diversity where needed, so that our cooperation continues to deliver real value to people across the APEC region.' Held under the APEC 2025 theme ' Building a Sustainable Tomorrow, ' the DESG meeting was part of the broader Third Senior Officials' Meeting (SOM3) hosted by Korea. During this meeting cluster, there will be over 30 events related to digital innovation, including at the upcoming APEC Digital Ministerial Meeting and the Global Digital and AI Forum to be held on 4-5 August.
Scoop
20-06-2025
- Science
- Scoop
Nominate Next-Gen Scientists Driving AI And Biotech Innovation
The search is underway for outstanding young scientists whose cross-border research in artificial intelligence (AI) and biotechnology is addressing some of the Asia-Pacific's most pressing social and environmental challenges. Nominations are now open for the 2025 APEC Science Prize for Innovation, Research and Education, or ASPIRE, under the theme 'Toward AI-Bio Convergence: AI-based Inclusive Biotechnology Solving Social Challenges.' In line with APEC 2025's focus on digital innovation and inclusive growth, this year's theme highlights the potential of AI-powered biotechnology to improve health equity, food security, sustainable agriculture and environmental resilience across the region. 'This year's ASPIRE theme reflects the growing need for policy-relevant science that bridges disciplines and borders,' said Rahima Kandahari, Chair of the APEC Policy Partnership on Science, Technology and Innovation (PPSTI). 'By highlighting the convergence of AI and biotechnology, we aim to draw attention to innovations that can deliver practical, inclusive solutions to complex regional challenges, and also reinforces the importance of scientific cooperation and innovation in advancing shared APEC goals.' Each APEC economy may nominate one scientist under the age of 40 for the annual prize. Nominees will be evaluated for their excellence in scientific research, evidenced by scholarly publications, and their dedication to cross-economy collaboration, particularly on interdisciplinary projects aligned with the year's theme. 'Korea places great importance on empowering young researchers to develop innovative solutions to address complex global challenges. That is why we are proud to support this year's ASPIRE, which recognizes excellence in cross-border, interdisciplinary science,' said Sunghoon Hwang, Director General of the Ministry of Science and ICT of the Republic of Korea. 'AI-bio convergence is a key emerging technology with the potential to transform how economies address longstanding issues such as aging populations, health inequities and sustainable agriculture,' Hwang added. Now in its 15th year, the prize supports APEC's broader goals of enhancing science and technology cooperation, strengthening innovation ecosystems, and promoting sustainable and inclusive growth. Past winners have contributed to advancements in fields such as nutrition, renewable energy, nanotechnology, and public health. Recent awardees include Dr Zheng Liu of Singapore, who won the 2023 ASPIRE for his pioneering work on two-dimensional materials for sustainable energy and advanced electronics; and Dr Jingzheng Ren of Hong Kong, China, who received the 2022 prize for developing new models that balance economic development with environmental sustainability. Both exemplify the power of cross-border scientific collaboration to solve regional and global challenges. The winner of this year's prize will receive USD 25,000, with prize funding provided by the Ministry of Science and ICT of the Republic of Korea, and will be recognized during the upcoming meeting in Korea on 13 August 2025. Nominations must be submitted by 1 July 2025 at 17:30 Singapore time. For eligibility requirements and submission guidelines, please visit the ASPIRE 2025 web page or contact your economy's PPSTI representative.
Korea Herald
16-06-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
CODIT Launches AI Briefs, the World's First Curated AI Tool for Real-Time Policy Monitoring
SEOUL, South Korea, June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CODIT, Korea's leading policy intelligence platform, has announced the launch of AI Briefs, the first-ever AI-powered tool that delivers pre-selected, real-time policy briefings tailored to Korea's rapidly evolving legislative and regulatory environment. Designed to help global businesses, policymakers, and legal teams stay informed, AI Briefs provides concise, one-line summaries sourced from legislative activity, government announcements, National Assembly remarks, and verified media reports. "Navigating Korea's fast-changing policy landscape has always been a challenge," said Ji-Eun Chung, CEO of CODIT. "AI Briefs was built to solve this — giving users a powerful, real-time solution to monitor, analyze, and respond to policy shifts effortlessly." AI Briefs is fully integrated into CODIT's real-time policy dashboard and currently covers high-priority topics such as APEC 2025, artificial intelligence regulation, online platform governance, ESG, fair trade, and healthcare. It also supports customized topic tracking, enabling users to follow policy areas specific to their organization's strategic needs. To support global teams and cross-border reporting, AI Briefs includes a copy-ready export function, allowing users to instantly copy and share summaries in either English or Korean — perfect for internal reporting, executive updates, or compliance briefings. Following the inauguration of South Korea's new administration on June 4, CODIT has also launched a dedicated "New Administration" tab. This section offers up-to-the-minute tracking of new policy directions, cabinet-level decisions, and regulatory shifts under President Lee Jae-myung's leadership. The launch of AI Briefs comes alongside a broader upgrade of CODIT's legislative monitoring tools. These include customizable Keyword Alerts, an enhanced Lawmaker Directory, and a new Promulgated Bill Tracker that enables users to follow a bill through its full legislative path — including links to the enacted law. Looking ahead, CODIT is preparing to launch Chat CODIT, a personalized AI policy assistant that will allow users to ask questions, compare legislative drafts, and generate customized policy briefings. Designed to reduce manual workload and streamline internal reporting across legal, policy, and compliance teams, the tool is also expected to make it easier for international stakeholders to follow and understand policy developments in Korea with greater clarity and efficiency. "AI Briefs has dramatically cut the time we spend on daily policy reviews," said a regulatory affairs lead at a Fortune 500 company. "We used to manually sift through multiple sources — now we get exactly what we need, in real time, with full source links."
Associated Press
16-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
CODIT Launches AI Briefs, the World's First Curated AI Tool for Real-Time Policy Monitoring
SEOUL, South Korea, June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CODIT, Korea's leading policy intelligence platform, has announced the launch of AI Briefs, the first-ever AI-powered tool that delivers pre-selected, real-time policy briefings tailored to Korea's rapidly evolving legislative and regulatory environment. Designed to help global businesses, policymakers, and legal teams stay informed, AI Briefs provides concise, one-line summaries sourced from legislative activity, government announcements, National Assembly remarks, and verified media reports. 'Navigating Korea's fast-changing policy landscape has always been a challenge,' said Ji-Eun Chung, CEO of CODIT. 'AI Briefs was built to solve this — giving users a powerful, real-time solution to monitor, analyze, and respond to policy shifts effortlessly.' AI Briefs is fully integrated into CODIT's real-time policy dashboard and currently covers high-priority topics such as APEC 2025, artificial intelligence regulation, online platform governance, ESG, fair trade, and healthcare. It also supports customized topic tracking, enabling users to follow policy areas specific to their organization's strategic needs. To support global teams and cross-border reporting, AI Briefs includes a copy-ready export function, allowing users to instantly copy and share summaries in either English or Korean — perfect for internal reporting, executive updates, or compliance briefings. Following the inauguration of South Korea's new administration on June 4, CODIT has also launched a dedicated 'New Administration' tab. This section offers up-to-the-minute tracking of new policy directions, cabinet-level decisions, and regulatory shifts under President Lee Jae-myung's leadership. The launch of AI Briefs comes alongside a broader upgrade of CODIT's legislative monitoring tools. These include customizable Keyword Alerts, an enhanced Lawmaker Directory, and a new Promulgated Bill Tracker that enables users to follow a bill through its full legislative path — including links to the enacted law. Looking ahead, CODIT is preparing to launch Chat CODIT, a personalized AI policy assistant that will allow users to ask questions, compare legislative drafts, and generate customized policy briefings. Designed to reduce manual workload and streamline internal reporting across legal, policy, and compliance teams, the tool is also expected to make it easier for international stakeholders to follow and understand policy developments in Korea with greater clarity and efficiency. 'AI Briefs has dramatically cut the time we spend on daily policy reviews,' said a regulatory affairs lead at a Fortune 500 company. 'We used to manually sift through multiple sources — now we get exactly what we need, in real time, with full source links.' View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE CODIT Corp.
