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Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation –
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A meeting on the regulation of artificial intelligence technology was held at the Government Coordination Centre, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko. Representatives from the government, business, and industry associations participated. The meeting discussed various legislative initiatives aimed at regulating AI and the risks of adopting or rejecting certain proposals.
The need to codify key standards regarding the use of AI in specific areas (AI quality and safety, AI training datasets, liability for AI errors, the use of Russian and foreign AI models, etc.) and related issues were discussed. Among these issues, the following were raised: is it necessary to introduce the concept of AI and define the liability of developers and users of this technology at the legislative level? Is it necessary to define the areas in which the use of AI is or is not permitted? Is it necessary to introduce regulatory requirements for AI systems and their quality assurance by the state? In what areas is the use of sovereign Russian AI critical, and is the use of foreign models permissible for certain tasks?
Dmitry Grigorenko noted the importance of moving from developing disparate proposals to developing a unified approach and a systemic set of measures. Following the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister instructed organizations and interested participants to submit proposals for AI regulation to the Ministry of Digital Development by January 20. The submitted proposals will be analyzed by the Ministry of Digital Development and the Analytical Center under the Government by the end of February. Following the evaluation, the Ministry of Digital Development will submit proposals for technology regulation to the Government by March 13, 2026.
"Our task in regulating artificial intelligence is to find a balance. On the one hand, it's important to ensure the safety of citizens and prevent potential risks from the use of AI. For example, cases where AI could be used to commit a crime. On the other hand, regulation shouldn't hinder the development of innovation. Overly strict regulations could slow the pace of AI adoption, and we recognize this risk. To ensure that IT companies in Russia can continue to develop cutting-edge technologies, including AI, it's important to maintain a favorable environment for them. We should act selectively and gradually: introduce regulations where the cost of AI error is too high, while maintaining freedom for technological development," said Dmitry Grigorenko.
The Deputy Prime Minister also emphasized that introducing regulations for the use of AI is a pressing issue currently being discussed globally. Countries' approaches to regulating the technology vary. Some countries (e.g., Kazakhstan) are pursuing a comprehensive AI law that details the requirements for the technology, defines the responsibilities of developers and users, and regulates its use in certain areas. Other countries (e.g., China) are introducing targeted requirements, such as those for the quality and security of systems and applying certification for AI solutions, but are not restricting the use of AI. However, a general trend is emerging: the development of this technology is no longer ignored by governments.
The meeting on AI regulation, chaired by Dmitry Grigorenko, is essentially becoming the starting point for a comprehensive discussion on AI regulation. Notably, the process involves not only government agencies but also leading Russian IT companies. During the discussion, business representatives also presented reports and shared their opinions on specific proposals for regulating the technology.
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