In recent years, Peru has undertaken numerous initiatives to foster digital transformation and the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI). The High-Level Committee for a Digital Peru, operational briefly in 2018, laid the groundwork for digital governance and AI coordination at a national level. In 2020, the Digital Trust Framework was established, mandating the ethical use of AI across public and private sectors.
Peru’s National AI Strategy, that came in 2021, aims to position the country as a leader in AI research and application in Latin America, emphasizing digital inclusion and reducing social gaps. The creation of the National Center for Innovation and Artificial Intelligence in 2021 underscores Peru’s commitment to accelerating AI adoption and developing human talent.
2023 marks a significant year for Peru with significant efforts such as the Continuous Artificial Intelligence Program, started in 2023 by the Secretariat of Government and Digital Transformation (PCM-SGTD), which supports the implementation of the National AI Strategy through technical assistance and training for public entities. Puru also enacted the Law 31814 in 2023 further cemented PCM-SGTD’s role as the national authority for AI, driving initiatives to enhance digital and data infrastructure, professional training, and ethical AI use. Looking ahead, the Public-Private regulatory sandbox for unmanned vehicles, starting in 2024, aims to enhance transportation efficiency and sustainability. Finally, the Santiago Declaration of 2023 highlights Peru’s commitment to ethical AI in Latin America and the Caribbean, aligning with UNESCO’s AI ethics recommendations and fostering regional cooperation for responsible AI development.