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National convergence plan for the development of artificial intelligence

Belgium · Strategy · Council of Ministers of Belgium

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Belgium's national plan to advance artificial intelligence across the economy and public sector was endorsed by the Council of Ministers. The strategy outlines nine objectives covering trustworthy AI development, cybersecurity, competitiveness, healthcare innovation, sustainable mobility, environmental protection, skills training, and improved citizen services. A steering committee will oversee implementation and serve as the central coordination point for federal AI policy.

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9 objectives to make Belgium a #SmartAINation

The national convergence plan identifies nine priority areas for the federal government and its partners, spanning trustworthy and secure artificial intelligence, economic competitiveness, data infrastructure, healthcare applications, sustainable mobility, environmental protection, education, and improved public services. A steering committee led jointly by two federal departments will oversee implementation and serve as the central contact point for national artificial intelligence matters.

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Risk and scope 0 of 4

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Data and privacy 0 of 4

  • Data governance and quality, not covered
  • Data subject rights and consent, not covered
  • Cross-border data transfer, not covered
  • Copyright and training data, not covered

Transparency and records 0 of 4

  • Transparency and disclosure to users, not covered
  • Labelling of synthetic content, not covered
  • Technical documentation, not covered
  • Record keeping and logging, not covered

Technical safeguards 0 of 4

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  • Accuracy, robustness and cybersecurity, not covered
  • Bias and non-discrimination, not covered
  • Testing and evaluation, not covered

Assurance and lifecycle 0 of 4

  • Conformity assessment and certification, not covered
  • Registration and notification, not covered
  • Incident and breach reporting, not covered
  • Post-market monitoring and corrective action, not covered

Rights and protected groups 0 of 4

  • Automated decision-making rights, not covered
  • Children and vulnerable groups, not covered
  • Biometric identification and surveillance, not covered
  • Whistleblowing, complaints and redress, not covered

Roles and organisation 1 of 6

  • Supply chain and provider-deployer duties, not covered
  • General purpose and foundation models, not covered
  • Training and AI literacy, not covered
  • Public sector use and procurement, not covered
  • Innovation support and sandboxes, not covered

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  1. ObligationApplies to: Public authorityDrafted by the Index

    The federal government and its partners should focus on nine priority areas: trustworthy AI, cyber security, competitiveness, data-driven economy, healthcare applications, sustainable mobility, environmental protection, education, and improved public services.

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  2. ObligationApplies to: Public authorityDrafted by the Index

    A steering committee jointly led by two federal departments should be established to oversee implementation of the national plan and serve as the central contact point for national AI matters.

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