Record STMT-W818493Aspirational

National Artificial Intelligence - Policy Recommendations

Recommendation State lawLatin America and the Caribbean · JMproposed

This document outlines comprehensive national AI policy recommendations for Jamaica, presented to the Office of the Prime Minister by the National Artificial Intelligence Task Force. It establishes a strategic roadmap addressing innovation, workforce development, infrastructure, ethical considerations, and regulatory frameworks. The goal is to position Jamaica as a leader in ethical AI adoption while aligning with Vision 2030 and international standards.

Summary and content fields are drawn from the document text and are pending editorial review.

Who issued it

National Artificial Intelligence Task ForceMultistakeholder · JM

Lead issuer

Legal forceAspirational

Under whose authorityState law

Judged fromfull text

Who it governs

National governmentGeneral publicPublic sector bodiesCompaniesAI developers and providersAI deployers and usersResearchers and academics

Policymakers, government officials, educators, industry leaders, and researchers looking to guide Jamaica's national AI development and regulatory approach.

Sectors

Cross-sector

What the document contains

What's covered

The document covers comprehensive policy recommendations for artificial intelligence adoption in Jamaica, including strategies for innovation, education, infrastructure, legal frameworks, ethics, and international cooperation. It includes a SWOT analysis of AI use in Jamaica and a phased action plan categorized into short, medium, and long-term goals.

What's missing

Binding statutory enforcement mechanisms and finalized statutory text are not present, as the document provides policy recommendations and an action plan rather than enacted legislation.

Key takeaways

The Task Force proposes actionable recommendations across nine strategic areas to guide Jamaica's AI integration.
Emphasis is placed on ethical considerations, data privacy aligned with the Data Protection Act 2020, and human-centric AI deployment.
The plan calls for updating educational curricula, building technical infrastructure, and fostering public-private partnerships.
International cooperation and alignment with frameworks like the UNESCO Recommendation on the Ethics of AI are central to the policy.

Principles it states

FairnessTransparencyAccountabilityInclusivityAccessibilityHuman-centric development

Outline

· Introduction
· The Task Force
· Task Force Members
· Background & Context
· SWOT Analysis: A.I. Use in Jamaica
· Recommendations
  1. A.I. for Innovation & Economic Growth
  2. Education and Workforce Development
  3. Public Awareness and Sensitization
  4. A.I. Infrastructure and Technology
  5. International Cooperation in AI
  6. Legal & Regulatory Frameworks for AI
  7. Government and Industry Collaboration
  8. Ethical Foundations of AI
  9. Cohesive A.I. Framework
· Recommended Action Plan
· Conclusion
· References

IssuedNot recorded

Length5,440 words

FormatNot recorded

Scopenational

How it scores

Pending review

Each score is backed by a quote verified against the document text. Editorial review has not yet confirmed them.

Accountability

4/5

Clear responsibility for AI outcomes

Human operators of A.I. systems must be held accountable for the behaviour and outcomes of these systems.

Background & Context - Ethical Considerations for the Use of AI

screening score · 2026-10-23

Fairness

3/5

Non-discrimination and equitable treatment

A.I. technologies should be inclusive and accessible to all Jamaicans, ensuring that the deployment of A.I. does not exacerbate existing inequities.

Background & Context - Ethical Considerations for the Use of AI

screening score · 2026-10-23

Human Dignity

3/5

Respect for the inherent worth of persons

To empower Jamaica's sustainable economic development through ethical A.I. innovation, enhanced public engagement and cultural preservation, while ensuring fairness, privacy and security.

Recommendations

screening score · 2026-10-23

Human Oversight

3/5

Humans remain in control of consequential decisions

As organizations increasingly delegate tasks to A.I. tools, they cannot delegate their responsibility for the ethical and proper execution of those tasks.

Background & Context - Ethical Considerations for the Use of AI

screening score · 2026-10-23

Privacy

4/5

Protection of personal data and private life

A.I. systems must adhere to the data privacy principles outlined in the Jamaica Data Protection Act (2020).

Background & Context - Ethical Considerations for the Use of AI

screening score · 2026-10-23

Transparency

4/5

Openness about how AI systems work and are used

Organizations using A.I. technologies must be transparent about the processes underlying these systems, clearly labelling AI-generated content, and informing users of potential risks and limitations.

Background & Context - Ethical Considerations for the Use of AI

screening score · 2026-10-23

Enforcement

4/5

Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force

Establish a national A.I. regulatory authority responsible for monitoring A.I. development, enforcing ethical standards, and ensuring compliance with international best practices.

Recommendations - 6. Legal & Regulatory Frameworks for AI

screening score · 2026-10-23

Impact Assessment

4/5

Required assessment of an AI system's risks/impacts before or during use

Comprehensive risk assessments must be conducted to evaluate the suitability of A.I. systems, particularly in cases where A.I. behaviour may be unpredictable.

Background & Context - Ethical Considerations for the Use of AI

screening score · 2026-10-23

Topics

artificial_intelligence national_strategy ethical_ai digital_transformation workforce_development