Nation plans AI-powered legal education_英文报

CHINA will use technologies including artificial intelligence (AI) and big data to make public legal education more targeted and interactive over the next five years, according to authorities. Under China's five-year plan for legal education and publicity from 2026 to 2030, the country will promote lifelong legal education and explore new models of targeted outreach, bringing legal education closer to people's daily work and lives. The Ministry of Justice will draw on big data resources from government agencies, judicial bodies and internet companies to identify the legal needs and rights-related concerns of different groups of people, according to Xu Yunkai, director of the ministry's legal publicity and governance bureau. AI and other new technologies will be used to generate legal education content, deliver it to targeted audiences and enable real-time interaction, making legal education more accessible and engaging, Xu said. Young people will be a key focus, with the plan calling for stronger legal education and a more comprehensive framework for youth legal education, said Tang Jie, an official with the Central Committee of the Communist Youth League of China. Authorities will also use AI, short videos and other formats to make legal education more appealing to young people. During the 2026-2030 period, China's cyberspace authorities will step up public education on cyberspace-related laws and make greater use of digital platforms for legal education, said Chao Baodong, an official with the Cyberspace Administration of China. Authorities will encourage internet service providers, particularly major online platforms, to participate in legal education by establishing dedicated channels and organizing related activities. The push for smarter legal education reflects a growing recognition that traditional, one-size-fits-all outreach often fails to resonate with diverse populations. By harnessing AI to tailor content and delivery, authorities aim to bridge the gap between legal knowledge and everyday decision-making. This data-informed strategy not only enhances citizens' legal literacy but also fosters a culture of rule-of-law awareness, which officials believe is essential for social stability and long-term governance in an increasingly digital society.(Xinhua)