The Ministry of Defense of Tajikistan has urged government ministries, agencies, and other state organizations, as well as users of websites and social media, to adhere to the regulations of the country's Armed Forces when creating images, advertisements, and other materials related to the military using artificial intelligence (AI).
In a post on its Facebook page, the Ministry expressed concern that recently, photos of soldiers and officers from the Tajik Armed Forces have been appearing on social media, depicted in various military uniforms that violate regulations and contradict official requirements.
The Ministry provided screenshots from social media and government pages showing AI-generated images of soldiers in "inappropriate military uniforms."
“The military uniform of the country, depending on the branch of the armed forces and the structure of units, is strictly regulated and must include national symbols such as the flag, coat of arms, and unit emblems. These symbols represent patriotism, honor, and respect for national sanctities and are also an essential part of the Armed Forces' image both domestically and internationally,” the statement read.
As a result, the Ministry of Defense has called on all interested parties to develop and distribute visual materials, including photos created with AI, only with prior approval and permission from the relevant authorities.
However, the statement did not clarify which specific authorities must be involved in the "approval" process or what the specific requirements are.
