Islamabad (TDI): The National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) has emerged as a frontrunner in promoting ethical and inclusive Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Pakistan, by organizing a high-level multistakeholder dialogue titled “Ethical AI for All.”
The event, arranged in collaboration with The Inclusion Lab and Digital Intellix 4PL, brought together policymakers, industry leaders, innovators, and UN representatives at NUST’s Deep Learning Lab (DLL) to explore ways of reducing bias, improving diversity, and ensuring AI reaches marginalized and rural communities.
The session opened with remarks from Dr. Irtiza, Principal SINES, who set the stage for a forward-looking discussion on responsible AI development. Keynote speaker Julian Gorman, Head of GSMA Asia Pacific, emphasized the urgent need for robust digital infrastructure to make inclusive AI a reality.
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Afke Bootsman provided the United Nations’ perspective on ethical AI frameworks, while Michael Schulz, Advisor & Board Director at The Inclusion Lab, outlined nine critical governance priorities for fostering inclusive AI systems.
Representing NUST’s leadership in AI innovation, Dr. Faisal Shafait and Dr. Momina Moetesum showcased the university’s cutting-edge research and collaborative projects aimed at embedding ethics and fairness into AI solutions. The dialogue also featured active participation from industry giants, including Ericsson, Telenor, Ignite, Oracle, Mercurial Minds, and Khan Academy Pakistan, reinforcing the importance of cross-sector collaboration in shaping Pakistan’s AI future.
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Aligned with the recently approved National AI Policy 2025, the event served as a pivotal platform for strengthening partnerships between academia, industry, and government to ensure AI advancements are ethical, inclusive, and transformative for all citizens.
Sohail Majeed
Sohail Majeed is a Special Correspondent at The Diplomatic Insight. He has twelve plus years of experience in journalism & reporting. He covers International Affairs, Diplomacy, UN, Sports, Climate Change, Economy, Technology, and Health.
