Italy is the first EU Member State to adopt a comprehensive national framework concerning the use of Artificial Intelligence.

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Draft laws and guidelines are under consideration in Taiwan, with sector-specific initiatives already in place.

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The UN's AI resolutions encourage Member States to adopt national rules to establish safe, secure and trustworthy AI systems and create forums to advance global cooperation, scientific understanding, and share best practices.

The UK prioritizes a flexible framework over comprehensive regulation and emphasizes sector-specific laws.

South Korea's AI Act has been promulgated as the fundamental body of law governing AI.

Voluntary AI Ethics Principles guide responsible AI development in Australia, with potential reforms under consideration.

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