UAE first to regulate use of Al in elections

POLICY REQUIRES CANDIDATES TO DECLARE USE OF TECH

- BY KHITAM AL AMIR

The UAE has introduced a world-first policy regulating the use of artificial intelligence in national elections, a landmark move that reinforces the country's leadership in shaping ethical and transparent technology governance, according to a report by Al Bayan Arabic daily

Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications, unveiled the new framework, titled the National Elections Committee Policy on the Use of Artificial Intelligence, developed in partnership with the Federal National Council (FNC) and the Ministry of State for Federal National Council Affairs.

The policy requires every candidate in the upcoming FNC elections to declare and register any use of AI tools in their campaigns. The aims to ensure transparency, prevent manipulation, and maintain the integrity of the democratic process.

"This is the first policy of its kind globally," Al Olama said. "AI can help candidates reach a broader audience, but it can also be misused to influence voters unfairly. In the UAE, all AI applications in campaigns must be declared, reviewed, and monitored to ensure fairness."