AT the 67th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference, Hon. Ricky Fuo’o, Member of Parliament for Central Kwara’ae and Chairman of the Solomon Islands Parliamentary Foreign Relations Committee, led a discussion on how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to improve the work of parliamentarians.
The 67th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) took place from 3 to 8 November 2024 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
The workshop, titled “The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Parliamentary Processes and Practices – Opportunities and Challenges,” focused on the potential benefits and challenges of using AI in parliamentary functions.
Hon. Fuo’o spoke about how AI could significantly improve parliamentary work, particularly in areas like creating detailed committee reports and enhancing research capabilities. “AI can be a powerful tool to make our parliamentary processes more efficient and thorough,” he explained. He stressed that understanding how to use AI effectively could help parliamentarians and staff manage their responsibilities more easily and stay in line with global trends.
The workshop brought together leaders from different countries to explore how AI can boost productivity, streamline tasks, and address potential challenges like security and reliability. Hon. Fuo’o emphasized the importance of adopting AI as part of the Solomon Islands’ forward-thinking strategy to keep parliament up to date with technological advancements and ensure transparent governance. “AI is not just a tool; it’s an opportunity to strengthen our commitment to efficient and transparent government,” he said.
At the end of the session, the workshop concluded with a call for Commonwealth Parliaments to share knowledge and best practices on using AI. The aim is to help parliaments navigate the complex landscape of AI and use it to make more informed decisions, ultimately improving governance for all.
