The chairman of Global Compact Network Thailand (GCNT) called on the government to increase its investment in human resources development in preparation for Society 5.0. This new era will be marked by the prominent role of innovative technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in driving the global economy.

 

Suphachai Chearavanont made these remarks while addressing the GCNT Forum 2023 on the theme Partnership for Human Capital 5.0 towards Sustainable Intelligence (SI)-Based Society. He underscored the importance of human resources as a pivotal factor in achieving the United Nations Framework for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

 

According to Suphachai, enhanced human resources are critical for steering Society 5.0, given the significant role AI and advanced technology will play in socio-economic development. He noted that Thailand’s human capital investment is currently low in comparison to its GDP growth, reported Bangkok Post.

 

“The global human capital index indicates that Thailand should act swiftly and intensify its investment in human resources development. Under Society 5.0, we are likely to confront numerous challenges due to a lack of comprehensive knowledge and technological skills.

 

“It is crucial to equip our human resources to establish a Sustainable Intelligence-Based Society, or SI Society, and to reinforce norms and ethics to ensure SI over AI, thereby preventing any misuse of technology.”

 

By Mitch Connor

Caption: Picture courtesy of ThaiPost

 

Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-23

 

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