Data and Privacy

Vietnam aims to lead SE Asia in AI by 2030. Strategy commits to legal framework for AI, but lacks data protection law. Concerns over surveillance persist.

Uganda lacks dedicated AI policy. 4IR strategy aims for tech hub status. Data protection law enacted. Surveillance and biometric ID raise rights concerns.

Pakistan drafting AI policy, data protection bill. Concerns over surveillance, free speech. Endorsed UNESCO AI ethics. Opposes autonomous weapons.

Philippines launched AI roadmap for industrial growth. National Privacy Commission enforces data protection. Challenges include balancing AI adoption with rights protection.

Poland's AI policy aims to support EU initiatives. It grants rights for algorithmic explanations but faces challenges in implementation and balancing innovation with rights protection.

Portugal's AI strategy emphasises human-centered approach, ethical guidelines, and protection of rights. CNPD actively enforces data protection and addresses AI privacy concerns.