On July 25, 2025, the United Nations General Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution titled “The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Creating New Opportunities for Sustainable Development in Central Asia.” The resolution was spearheaded by Tajikistan.
A Historic Decision by the General Assembly
According to Tajikistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the resolution sets a “historic precedent” in shaping a global framework for the ethical and secure use of artificial intelligence. It also emphasizes the importance of responsible governance, including mechanisms for national and regional self-regulation and oversight of AI technologies.
Regional AI Center to Be Established in Dushanbe
A central component of the resolution is the proposal to establish a Regional Artificial Intelligence Center in Dushanbe. The center will coordinate AI-related efforts across Central Asian countries, facilitating joint research, startup development, specialist training, and regulatory alignment.
The center’s key objectives include:
- Launching joint educational initiatives and supporting AI start-ups via regional technology parks;
- Promoting scientific and applied research at universities, laboratories, and research institutes throughout Central Asia;
- Creating a unified data center network to improve access to computational resources;
- Harmonizing national monitoring and self-regulation systems in AI;
- Advancing international cooperation with global partners and specialized organizations.
Tajikistan Steps onto the Global AI Stage
The resolution stresses the need to develop “safe, trustworthy, and transparent AI systems,” promoting a balance between innovation and regulatory oversight. This, it states, will support sustainable development and digital transformation across the region.
Tajikistan’s initiative, culminating in this UN resolution, marks a significant step in the country’s aspirations to position itself as a regional hub for artificial intelligence.
