Bhutan

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Bhutan’s GovTech promotes responsible use and regulation

It has been reported that at a national cybersecurity conference, the Asst. ICTO of the Emerging Technology Division of the GovTech agency, Sherab Gocha, presented on the generative AI guidelines for civil servants. Gocha stated that while Bhutan currently lacks regulations specifically addressing data protection, there are existing data management guidelines in place. Gocha made reference to three risk categories of AI (high risk, limited risk and minimal risk), which possibly suggests an EU-inspired style of governing AI in Bhutan.

29 October 2024Generative AIData Privacy & ProtectionCybersecurity

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Policy / Guidance

Bhutan, Canada partner to strengthen AI policy and governance

It is reported that Bhutan and Canada have initiated a collaborative effort to enhance Bhutan's AI policy and governance. This partnership, under the 'Bridging Borders through AI' initiative led by Canada, involves a workshop in Thimphu aimed at educating policymakers and officials on AI's role in public service, ethics, and cybersecurity. Canadian Deputy Ambassador Mark Allen highlighted the mutual learning opportunity, noting Bhutan's unique perspective on mindfulness and Gross National Happiness as valuable contributions to global AI discourse. Insights from this consultation will be compiled into a white paper for GovTech by mid-March 2026, serving as a reference for AI governance in Bhutan.

13 January 2026Cybersecurity

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