Albania Appoints AI Chatbot Diella to Cabinet in Anti-Corruption Fight

September 22, 2025

Albania has taken a bold step by appointing an AI-generated chatbot named Diella to its government cabinet earlier this month. The move aims to combat corruption more effectively, leveraging artificial intelligence to assist in governance.

This unconventional decision has sparked mixed reactions, with some critics comparing it to the 2017 incident when Saudi Arabia granted citizenship to the humanoid robot Sophia. Critics see the stunt as a symbolic gesture rather than a practical solution, raising questions about the effectiveness of AI in high-level political roles.

Stay tuned to this story for updates as Albania explores new ways to modernize its government institutions and address corruption challenges.

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