Governance

Aiming to promote the responsible and ethical use of AI

Governance

AI governance in Malaysia refers to the framework of policies, guidelines, standards, and regulatory initiatives that support the responsible development, deployment, and use of artificial intelligence. It aims to foster innovation while promoting trust, accountability, safety, transparency, and ethical AI practices across sectors. 

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Voluntary AI Code of Ethics

The AI Code of Ethics (AICE) is a voluntary, non-binding guideline that supports organisation in translating Malaysia's ethical AI principles into practical, real-world implementation. It serves as an operational bridge between the Seven (&) AI Principles outlined in the National Guidelines on AI Governance and Ethics (AIGE) and the design, development, and the deployment of AI systems across sectors, while taking into consideration the evolving landscape of AI ethical principles, including future sector - specific and national principles as they emerge.

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Boardroom Primer for AI Adoption & Governance

The Boardroom Primer to AI Adoption and Governance represents one of the early steps in implementing initiative E14, AI-Aware Stewardship. It translates the direction of AI Nation 2030 into practical guidance to help boards oversee the adoption and governance of AI responsibly.

The Primer is a voluntary resource designed to help board members, directors and senior management in Malaysia exercise more effective oversight of AI adoption and governance. It is suitable for organisations at different stages of AI adoption, from those beginning to explore the use of AI to those already deploying AI systems across various business functions.

AI Governance & Policy Resources

The following guidelines are currently being used in the development and deployment of AI in Malaysia.

The National Guidelines on AI Governance and Ethics
Explore this voluntary guideline on the 7 Key Principles of AI to adopt on responsible and ethical AI practices
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ASEAN Guide on AI Governance and Ethics
Dive into the ASEAN practice guide to design, develop and deploy AI throughout the ASEAN region
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MY-AI Standards
The central gateway for Malaysia’s AI ecosystem to access, learn, and implement international AI standards for a trustworthy and innovative future.
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Garis Panduan Pengadaptasian Kecerdasan Buatan (AI) Sektor Awam
Guideline published by Jabatan Digital Negara (JDN) in 2025 to help public sector agencies adopt and use AI safely, responsibly and effectively in public service delivery.
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