Kathmandu, Aug. 16 -- The government has approved the artificial intelligence (AI) policy, with the goal of creating an enabling environment for AI development, expansion, and safe use. The policy establishes institutional, legal, and regulatory frameworks for AI governance while ensuring its ethical, transparent, and inclusive use across all sectors.

The Cabinet meeting on Monday approved the National AI Policy, 2025, drafted and submitted by the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology. According to the draft, the policy focuses on developing human resources with the necessary skills to work with AI and promoting innovation, research, and development in the field.

The policy also seeks to protect citizens' rights, privacy,...