IMF Chief Georgieva: Artificial Intelligence Will Affect 40 Percent of Jobs Worldwide

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva stated during the IMF and World Bank annual meetings held in Bangkok that artificial intelligence technologies are expected to fundamentally transform global labor markets.

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Global Job Market

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva made significant statements at the IMF and World Bank annual meetings in the city of Bangkok.

Georgieva stated that with the development of artificial intelligence technologies, approximately 40 percent of jobs globally will be affected by this process.

Expected Transformation in the Labor Market

It was emphasized that artificial intelligence will fundamentally transform labor markets, supporting employees in some professions while completely eliminating certain positions.

It was reported that approximately 23 percent of jobs in developing countries are projected to be impacted by artificial intelligence.

Education Systems and Government Policies

The IMF chief called on governments to review their education systems and place greater emphasis on training to prepare workers for upcoming changes.

Additionally, a warning was issued that these artificial intelligence-driven shifts in labor markets could also affect governments' tax revenues.