Artificial Intelligence Basic Act
The Artificial Intelligence Basic Act establishes a national legislative framework to promote human-centric artificial intelligence research, development, and industrial advancement in Taiwan while ensuring safety, fundamental rights, and ethical compliance. It sets forth core governance principles covering sustainability, human autonomy, privacy, cybersecurity, transparency, fairness, and accountability. Furthermore, it mandates the creation of a National AI Strategic Committee, outlines risk-based management for high-risk AI applications, and directs government agencies to update relevant laws and regulations within two years.
Summary and content fields are drawn from the document text and are pending editorial review.
Who issued it
Who it governs
This Act should be read by policymakers, regulators, AI developers, deployers, and researchers operating in Taiwan to understand national compliance and governance obligations.
What the document contains
The document covers national AI development policies, governance principles, the establishment of a strategic committee, risk-based management for high-risk applications, data governance and privacy, labor rights protection, and regulatory alignment.
Specific technical thresholds, numerical fines for non-compliance, and detailed sector-specific compliance checklists are not provided in the text.
- The Act establishes a comprehensive legal framework for human-centric artificial intelligence development and risk management in Taiwan.
- Seven foundational principles are mandated, including sustainable development, human autonomy, privacy protection, cybersecurity, transparency, fairness, and accountability.
- The Executive Yuan is required to establish a National AI Strategic Committee to coordinate national AI affairs and formulate development guidelines.
- High-risk AI applications must include advisory notices or warnings, and authorities are directed to establish risk-based management regulations.
- Existing laws, regulations, and administrative measures must be reviewed and updated by government bodies within two years of the Act's enactment.
· Article 1 Purpose and Scope · Article 2 Competent Authorities · Article 3 Definition of Artificial Intelligence · Article 4 Core Governance Principles · Article 5 Prohibitions and High-Risk Applications · Article 6 National AI Strategic Committee · Article 7 Education and Digital Literacy · Article 8 Cross-Disciplinary Cooperation · Article 9 Financial Allocation and Budget · Article 10 R&D Incentives and Performance Reporting · Article 11 Regulatory Experimentation and Innovation · Article 12 International Cooperation and Public-Private Partnerships · Article 13 Open Data and Data Governance · Article 14 Personal Data Protection · Article 15 Labor Rights and Employment Support · Article 16 Risk Taxonomy and Management Regulations · Article 17 Liability, Relief, and Compensation · Article 18 Review and Amendment of Existing Laws · Article 19 Government Use of AI · Article 20 Effective Date
How it scores
Each score is backed by a quote verified against the document text. Editorial review has not yet confirmed them.
Accountability
4/5Clear responsibility for AI outcomes
It is essential to ensure that corresponding responsibilities are assumed, including internal governance responsibilities and external social responsibilities.
Article 4
screening score · 2026-10-23
Fairness
4/5Non-discrimination and equitable treatment
In the process of AI R&D and application, efforts shall be made to minimize the risks of algorithmic bias and discrimination, and the results should not discriminate against specific groups.
Article 4
screening score · 2026-10-23
Human Dignity
4/5Respect for the inherent worth of persons
promote the human-centric research, development, and industrial advancement of artificial intelligence (AI); establish a safe environment for AI applications; ensure digital equity; safeguard the fundamental rights of the people;
Article 1
screening score · 2026-10-23
Human Oversight
4/5Humans remain in control of consequential decisions
Shall support human autonomy, respect rights of personality and other fundamental human rights and cultural values, and ensure human oversight, implementing a human-centered approach
Article 4
screening score · 2026-10-23
Privacy
4/5Protection of personal data and private life
Personal data privacy must be properly protected, and corporate trade secrets must be respected to avoid the risk of data leakage while the principle of data minimization should be adopted.
Article 4
screening score · 2026-10-23
Transparency
4/5Openness about how AI systems work and are used
The outputs of AI shall be accompanied by appropriate disclosures or labeled to facilitate the assessment of potential risks and understanding of their impact on relevant rights and interests
Article 4
screening score · 2026-10-23
Enforcement
4/5Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force
Any of the circumstances listed in Article 5, paragraph 1, shall be restricted or prohibited in accordance with the law.
Article 16
screening score · 2026-10-23
Impact Assessment
4/5Required assessment of an AI system's risks/impacts before or during use
When using AI to perform duties or provide services, the government shall conduct risk assessments and plan risk response measures.
Article 19
screening score · 2026-10-23