As leaders prepare for the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Gyeongju, the Republic of Korea, young voices like Chilean innovator Raquel Herrera are calling for ethical artificial intelligence (AI) frameworks to dominate regional agendas. The October 31-November 1 gathering, themed 'Building a Sustainable Tomorrow: Connect, Innovate, Prosper,' coincides with CGTN’s 'Act to Action' campaign amplifying youth perspectives on global governance.
Herrera, among dozens of APEC-member contributors, emphasizes AI’s dual-edge potential: 'While it revolutionizes industries and communication, unchecked development risks deepening inequality and environmental harm.' She advocates for cross-border collaboration to ensure transparency and sustainability in AI deployment, urging policymakers to prioritize 'technology that uplifts communities rather than divides them.'
Her stance resonates with APEC’s innovation-driven agenda, particularly as members navigate AI’s ethical dilemmas. With 21 economies representing 60% of global GDP, the forum’s decisions could set precedents for balancing technological advancement with social equity – a concern increasingly voiced by Asia’s tech-savvy younger generations.
