National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (2019): requirements, deadlines and compliance actions
National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence
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In brief
National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (2019) is a non-binding national strategy of Denmark, issued by the Government of Denmark (Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Industry, Business and Financial Affairs). It was adopted on 14 March 2019. Government programme; no obligations on private organisations.
- Jurisdiction
- Denmark
- Instrument type
- National strategy
- Status
- Adopted
- Legal force
- Non-binding (guidance, strategy or standard)
- Issuing body
- Government of Denmark (Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Industry, Business and Financial Affairs)
- Adopted
- 14 March 2019
- Official source
- National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence
- Verification
- Verified against the official source 26 Sep 2026
What is National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (2019)?
Published in March 2019, the strategy sets a responsible foundation for AI (ethical principles, data ethics council, legal clarity), more and better data, strong competences and new knowledge, and increased investment, with priority sectors of health, energy and utilities, agriculture and transport, and a set of public-sector pilot projects.
Who does it apply to?
Government programme; no obligations on private organisations.
- AI use cases
- AI in healthcareAI in public services
When do the requirements apply?
Published March 2019.
Official sources
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National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence
Danish Government · 14 Mar 2019 · Tier 1 source
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AIPolicyTracker (2026). “National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (2019)” [AIPT-POL-0062, record version 1, verified 26 September 2026 by Bhaskar Bhatt]. https://aipolicytracker.org/id/AIPT-POL-0062 (accessed 27 October 2026). Data licensed CC BY 4.0.
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Cite the official text alongside it: National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence, Danish Government, https://en.digst.dk/strategy/the-national-strategy-for-artificial-intelligence/.
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Record version 1: Added in the September 2026 global coverage expansion from the official source listed; reviewer to confirm dates, status and scope against the source text. Every earlier wording is in the GitHub repository.
Frequently asked questions
Is National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (2019) in force?
Not yet. National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (2019) has been adopted (14 March 2019).
Is National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (2019) legally binding?
No. National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (2019) is a national strategy; it sets expectations rather than legal requirements, unless another instrument gives it force.
Who does National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (2019) apply to?
Government programme; no obligations on private organisations.
Where is the official text of National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (2019)?
The official text is published by Danish Government at https://en.digst.dk/strategy/the-national-strategy-for-artificial-intelligence/ (National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence). This record links to it and is checked against it.
Disclaimer: informational only, not legal advice. Verify every claim against the linked official sources and consult a qualified lawyer before acting.