Japan launches AI and digital reform council, targeting an interim report by year-end
Based on the Prime Minister's Office announcement on October 22. These are plans for further work, not completed legal reforms or nationwide deployment.
IllustrationThe government held the first AI and Digital Reform Promotion Council meeting at the Prime Minister's Office on October 22. It prioritized a vision for AI transformation, reform principles and faster implementation, aiming for an interim report by year-end.
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Based on the Prime Minister's Office announcement on October 22. These are plans for further work, not completed legal reforms or nationwide deployment.
Three priorities for AI transformation
Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara convened the first meeting on October 22. He identified a concrete vision of AX, AI and digital reform principles, and accelerated implementation as priorities for an interim report by year-end. The council aims to advance AI and digital transformation across society.
A 2030 vision and safety arrangements are also under consideration
Kihara called for a clearer year-end picture of public administration, industry and daily life in 2030, review of arrangements for trustworthy AI and stronger functions for the AI Safety Institute. Remaining issues, including AI governance, are to be developed after the new year. Specific plans and rules remain to be followed.
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- 首相官邸：第1回AI・デジタル改革推進会議 ↗Source publication date: 2026-10-22
- 首相官邸：新着情報 ↗
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