The AI regulatory landscape in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is evolving rapidly, with nations adopting a mix of soft-law approaches alongside efforts to establish legislation.

Frontrunners on AI regulation in APAC

As of August 2025, jurisdictions such as South Korea, Japan, and Taiwan are pursuing AI-specific legislation, with South Korea leading through its AI Basic Act. Meanwhile, countries such as Australia, Singapore, and India are adopting soft-law approaches, issuing non-binding guidelines and ethical frameworks to guide responsible AI use. Stay on top of the latest changes with our APAC: AI regulation tracker .

How do APAC GenAI models’ privacy compare against their global peers?

GenAI models developed in the APAC region are rapidly emerging as competitive alternatives to

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