President Tokayev Proposes AI Integration to Boost Eurasian Economic Union Development

Saint Petersburg, The Gulf Observer: President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has proposed introducing artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into the key areas of activity of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), stressing the need to strengthen the bloc’s economic potential in line with global digital transformation.

According to the Akorda press service, President Tokayev made the proposal while addressing the regular meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council in Saint Petersburg, Russia. In his remarks, he outlined priority directions for the further development of the EAEU and underscored the importance of keeping pace with rapid technological change.

“The world has entered the era of total digital transformation and artificial intelligence. We must keep up with the times and ensure the introduction of modern technologies into all spheres of the economies of the EAEU member states,” President Tokayev said.

He suggested that work begin on integrating AI technologies into the EAEU’s activities, noting that such systems could already be applied to forecasting trade flows and assessing the impact of customs duties, thereby improving the efficiency and quality of economic decision-making within the Union.

The Kazakh President also announced that Kazakhstan, during its upcoming chairmanship of the EAEU bodies next year, will host the annual Eurasian Economic Forum. He proposed that a Joint Statement on the responsible development of artificial intelligence within the EAEU could be adopted on the sidelines of the forum, reflecting a shared commitment to the safe and effective use of AI technologies across the Union.