Artificial Intelligence law at Brunei
As of May 2025, Brunei Darussalam is actively developing a regulatory framework to govern artificial intelligence (AI), focusing on ethical considerations, data protection, and international collaboration.
🇧🇳 Brunei’s AI Regulatory Landscape
1. AI Governance and Ethics Working Group
In May 2024, the Authority for Info-communications Technology Industry (AITI) established an AI Governance and Ethics Working Group comprising 25 members from government, industry, and academia. The group is tasked with developing a national guide on AI governance and ethics. A public consultation on the draft guide was held in July 2024, receiving feedback from various stakeholders. (aiti.gov.bn, aiti.gov.bn)
2. Ministry of Transport and Infocommunications (MTIC) Initiatives
In March 2024, MTIC announced plans to draft guidelines for the responsible use of AI, addressing ethical issues and aligning with regional and international initiatives such as the ASEAN Guide on AI Governance and Ethics. The guidelines aim to regulate and address ethical concerns arising from the growing adoption of generative AI tools. (The Scoop)
3. Personal Data Protection Order (PDPO) 2025
In March 2025, Brunei enacted the Personal Data Protection Order 2025, granting individuals control over how private sector organizations collect, use, and disclose their personal data. AITI is designated as the regulatory body responsible for enforcing data protection policies. The law aims to regulate the collection, storage, and processing of personal data, ensuring it aligns with best practices and international standards. (The Scoop, Borneo Bulletin)
4. Regional Collaboration: ASEAN Guide on AI Governance and Ethics
On January 17, 2025, ASEAN Digital Ministers adopted the Expanded Guide on AI Governance and Ethics, building upon the 2024 ASEAN Guide. The guide addresses challenges and opportunities presented by generative AI and provides policy recommendations across ecosystem dimensions, including trusted development and deployment, incident reporting, and content provenance. (DPA)
🧠Summary
Brunei Darussalam is proactively developing a comprehensive AI regulatory framework that emphasizes ethical considerations, data protection, and regional collaboration. The establishment of the AI Governance and Ethics Working Group and the enactment of the Personal Data Protection Order 2025 demonstrate Brunei's commitment to ensuring responsible AI development and use. These initiatives align with regional efforts, such as the ASEAN Guide on AI Governance and Ethics, to promote a safe and trusted digital ecosystem.(aiti.gov.bn)
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