Baku: Azerbaijan has discussed expanding its capabilities in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) with a U.S. company, Minister of Digital Development and Transport Rashad Nabiyev wrote on his X page, Trend reports. As part of his visit to the U.S., Nabiyev held a meeting with David Wang, Senior Vice President of AMD. During this meeting, they explored the prospects of transforming Azerbaijan into a regional digital center through AI advancements. Discussions also included potential joint AI centers and initiatives in research and education, along with long-term strategic cooperation and investment opportunities.
According to Trend News Agency, AMD is recognized as a leader in high-performance and adaptive computing. The company’s technologies are pivotal in addressing significant global challenges across data center, embedded, gaming, and PC markets. Azerbaijan’s economy is anticipated to experience substantial impacts from its AI strategy, with potential transformations expected in sectors such as healthcare, transportation, and public services.
AI education and training remain central to Azerbaijan’s AI strategy. The government is focused on revising school and university curricula to incorporate AI and machine learning. This initiative aims to cultivate a skilled workforce capable of driving AI innovation and supporting the country’s aspirations as a digital hub in the region.