( January 7, 2026, 07:52 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: A group of 17 South Korean civil-society organizations has jointly submitted comments on the draft version of a national artificial intelligence action plan that the National AI Strategy Committee disclosed in mid-December to gather public opinion before adopting a final version. They said the draft emphasizes the development and use of AI while failing to adequately address AI-related risks, the accountability of AI companies, data protection, individual rights and avenues for redress. They added that the draft action plan also lacks a democratic governance framework, raising serious concerns about transparency, public oversight and the potential expansion of surveillance through an expanded role for the National Intelligence Service.The statement, in Korean, is attached....
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