TOKYO, Oct. 2 -- Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry issued text of the following statement:
Opening Remarks
Request for Information on Regulations and Systems Hindering the Social Implementation of AI
Let me begin with one point. In advancing Japan's growth strategy, I believe that AI transformation (AX) across all industries will be key and that policies must be formulated and implemented on the premise that AI will serve as a meta-layer and foundation for society and the economy. As Minister in charge of the Social Implementation of AI Transformation (AX), I intend to work with the relevant ministers to accelerate the use of AI in sectors such as healthcare, nursing care, transport and construction, while promoting AI adoption amo...