The Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU), the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), and Google. org have partnered on a collaborative project called "AI for Social Good: Strengthening Capabilities and Governance Frameworks in Asia and the Pacific. " The initiative aims to develop country-specific AI governance frameworks and promote transparent AI solutions to address socio-economic challenges in the Asia-Pacific region. The program has worked closely with academic researchers and government stakeholders in Bangladesh and Thailand, providing research insights and practical recommendations to accelerate the development of data-driven policies and strategies leveraging AI for societal benefit. Key outcomes include case studies on AI applications for maternal health in Bangladesh and digital health governance and poverty alleviation in Thailand.

The project emphasizes the importance of collaboration between academia, government, and private organizations to create responsible and ethical AI solutions. APRU plans to foster more cross-border connections and support the development of country-specific AI governance frameworks in the future.