Japan’s Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida, is set to engage in discussions on artificial intelligence (AI) with Meta Platforms Chief Executive, Mark Zuckerberg, in a meeting scheduled for Tuesday, as reported by Fuji Television. The meeting comes as Japan intensifies efforts in AI development, with the government and corporate sector actively seeking to catch up in this rapidly advancing field.
The upcoming dialogue follows recent reports indicating that Zuckerberg is planning to visit South Korea at the end of the month for discussions on AI with Jay Y. Lee, the chairman of Samsung Electronics. There are also speculations about a potential meeting between Zuckerberg and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol during his visit. Last week, Meta Platforms confirmed Zuckerberg’s planned visit to South Korea.
In the past year, Prime Minister Kishida has demonstrated a keen interest in AI development, engaging with key figures in the industry. He has previously met with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to discuss matters related to AI regulation and infrastructure. These efforts highlight Japan’s commitment to staying at the forefront of AI advancements, fostering collaborations with major players in the technology sector.
As AI continues to shape various aspects of society and industry, the exchange between Kishida and Zuckerberg is expected to contribute to ongoing discussions on the regulation, implementation, and strategic development of artificial intelligence in Japan.
