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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) advises lower-income nations to prioritize building digital infrastructure and investing in digital skills as essential steps toward inclusive AI-driven growth. Without these investments, the benefits of AI may remain concentrated in advanced economies, deepening economic disparities.
Policy Recommendations for a Fair AI Transition
Ensuring that AI benefits all sectors of society requires proactive policy measures. Experts suggest several strategies:
- Workforce Upskilling and Reskilling: Governments and private sectors must work together to enable workers to develop skills relevant in an AI-enabled economy. Education systems should be updated to include AI literacy and digital skills training.