The Government of Armenia has approved a seven-year research program in the field of physical artificial intelligence and robotics with a budget of at least $14 million. This involves developing systems capable of autonomously perceiving their surroundings, analyzing information, making decisions, and performing actions in the physical world. Financing will be provided on a parity basis: half of the funds will be allocated by the state, and the remaining part by private partners.
Yerevan State University, the National Polytechnic University of Armenia, and the American University of Armenia will participate in implementing the initiative. The program provides for the creation of two specialized research laboratories equipped for conducting work in the field of artificial intelligence and robotic systems. It is also planned to attract foreign scientists and researchers to develop the scientific base and transfer relevant expertise to local specialists.
A separate focus will be personnel training: over the seven years, it is expected to train about 330 specialists in artificial intelligence and robotics. The program is expected to expand Armenia’s national research potential and create a foundation for developing its own physical AI technologies.