Public Consultation Guidelines: Draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy November 2024
Public Consultation Guidelines: Draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy November 2024 إرشادات الاستشارة العامة: مسودة السياسة الوطنية للذكاء الاصطناعي نوفمبر 2024
This document sets out the public consultation guidelines and instructions for the draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy of Qatar, issued by the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology. It invites stakeholders to provide feedback and comments on the policy framework, which aims to guide the ethical, sustainable, and inclusive adoption of AI across five foundational pillars. The document details the consultation procedures, response templates, and submission guidelines for interested parties.
Summary and content fields are drawn from the document text and are pending editorial review.
Who issued it
Who it governs
Stakeholders, companies, and interested parties wishing to provide feedback on Qatar's draft National AI Policy.
What the document contains
The document covers the instructions, context, and procedures for participating in the public consultation for Qatar's draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy. It outlines specific questions for stakeholders regarding the policy objectives, pillars, and future flexibility.
The text does not contain the actual substantive text of the draft National AI Policy itself, as it is provided as a separate attached file.
- The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology is seeking public feedback on the draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy.
- The draft policy serves as an overarching framework centered around five pillars: Digital Infrastructure, Data and Information, Human Capabilities, Institutional Capacity, and AI Governance.
- Responses to the consultation must follow a specific template format and be submitted by email to dipd@mcit.gov.qa.
- Submissions are generally treated as non-confidential unless explicit justification and redacted versions are provided.
1 Part I Instructions for Responding to the Consultation 1.1 Introduction 1.1.1 Context 1.1.2 Purpose of the Draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy 1.2 Consultation questions 1.3 How to respond to the Consultation 1.3.1 Consultation procedures 1.3.2 Consultation response template 1.3.3 Publication of comments 2 Part II: Draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy
How it scores
Each score is backed by a quote verified against the document text. Editorial review has not yet confirmed them.
Accountability
1/5Clear responsibility for AI outcomes
In the interests of transparency and accountability, MCIT may publish the responses
1.3.3
screening score · 2026-10-23
Fairness
0/5Non-discrimination and equitable treatment
1.1.2
screening score · 2026-10-23
Human Dignity
0/5Respect for the inherent worth of persons
1.1.2
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Human Oversight
0/5Humans remain in control of consequential decisions
1.1.2
screening score · 2026-10-23
Privacy
1/5Protection of personal data and private life
All responses will be processed and treated as non-confidential unless confidential treatment has been requested
1.3.3
screening score · 2026-10-23
Transparency
1/5Openness about how AI systems work and are used
In keeping with an open and transparent policymaking process, MCIT is consulting on the attached draft National AI Policy.
1.3.1
screening score · 2026-10-23
Enforcement
0/5Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force
1.3.1
screening score · 2026-10-23
Impact Assessment
0/5Required assessment of an AI system's risks/impacts before or during use
1.1.2
screening score · 2026-10-23