Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md Asaduzzaman said artificial intelligence is creating new challenges for the judiciary and urged judges to become aware of the technology’s risks. He made the remarks on Wednesday afternoon as chief guest at the closing ceremony of a training programme organized by the University of Dhaka at the Asiatic Society Bangladesh auditorium in the capital.

The minister said AI can imitate voices, alter or superimpose images, and make misleading information appear credible. It can also affect human thinking and decision-making, he said. Judges should carefully assess whether information or materials used in analysing evidence are AI-dependent, because attempts to influence or mislead judges through AI could affect judicial decisions.

He said Bangladesh and the wider world have entered the AI era, while appropriate risk controls remain insufficient. The government has no plan to ban AI, he said, but will seek to ensure its positive use and prevent misuse. He also referred to efforts to enact AI-related laws, calling for updated laws and policies and input from experts, teachers, researchers and professionals.