Ukraine Unveils AI-Generated Foreign Ministry Spokesperson

Photo : Screengrab / X @MFA of ukraine

Ukraine's foreign ministry has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative, introducing a virtual artificial intelligence spokesperson to deliver updates on various matters, notably the ongoing conflict with Russia. Named Victoria Shi, the AI spokesperson is modeled after Ukrainian singer and influencer Rosalie Nombre, who graciously agreed to participate in the ministry's innovative project. The ministry shared a video of the virtual spokesperson on social media, announcing that Victoria Shi's comments would be featured on the ministry's official website and social platforms.

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"Meet Victoria Shi - a digital representative of the MFA of Ukraine, created using AI to provide timely updates on consular affairs! For the first time in history, the MFA of Ukraine has presented a digital persona that will officially comment for the media," the ministry announced.

In a press release, the ministry highlighted that Rosalie Nombre offered her voice and likeness pro bono for this project. "My name symbolizes our main goal - the victory of Ukraine, and my last name - the artificial intelligence that created me. My work will consist of reporting operational and verified information of the consular department of the MFA of Ukraine to the public," Shi stated in the teaser video.

👋 Meet Victoria Shi — a digital representative of the MFA of Ukraine, created using AI to provide timely updates on consular affairs!

For the first time in history, the MFA of Ukraine has presented a digital persona that will officially comment for the media. pic.twitter.com/KTtuCVR1ku

— MFA of Ukraine 🇺🇦 (@MFA_Ukraine) May 1, 2024

"I will inform journalists of news about the work of consuls in protecting the rights and interests of Ukrainian citizens abroad, responding to incidents or emergency situations, and other news," the virtual representative added.

To prevent digital counterfeiting, the ministry implemented measures such as QR codes to ensure authenticity and credibility.

The introduction of Victoria Shi aims to optimize efficiency and conserve resources, particularly during times of conflict. Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Dmytro Kuleba, emphasized that real diplomats could now focus on providing more effective assistance to citizens while the AI spokesperson handles routine updates.