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Xanana Gusmão warns about AI risks to sovereignty

The Prime Minister of Timor-Leste, Xanana Gusmão, expressed concerns about the risks that artificial intelligence may pose to the sovereignty of countries.

24 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Prime Minister of Timor-Leste, Xanana Gusmão, made statements today about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) to national sovereignty. During his address, Gusmão emphasized that while AI makes knowledge more accessible, it also facilitates the occurrence of fraud and scams.

Gusmão stressed that the commercialization of knowledge in the AI era can lead to serious problems for the sovereignty of countries, highlighting the need for vigilance regarding its applications. He pointed out that political misinformation is one of the challenges that may arise from the improper use of this technology.

Gusmão's statements came in a context where AI is becoming increasingly prevalent in various social and political spheres. The Prime Minister warned that while AI can democratize access to information, it also poses risks associated with its misuse.

Furthermore, Gusmão drew attention to the need for policies that mitigate the risks associated with AI, in order to protect the integrity of institutions and the sovereignty of countries. According to him, the fight against misinformation and technological fraud is crucial in this new digital era.

Gusmão's remarks were reported by various media outlets, including RTP and Observador, which underline the concerns about AI's impacts on current society and the importance of a cautious approach to this technology.

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