South Korea AI council approves legislation guidelines, new task forces
( November 6, 2026, 07:57 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: South Korea’s top policymaking body on artificial intelligence approved a framework to govern future AI-related legislation and two other agenda items at its plenary meeting on Friday. The legislative framework sets out guidelines for all government ministries to follow when drafting legislation, as demand for legislation has surged across sectors since the AI Basic Act took effect earlier this year, the Presidential Council on National AI Strategy said. The council also approved plans to establish seven task forces to address national objectives, including strengthening international cooperation and advancing superintelligence research, it added.The statement is attached (in Korean)....
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