Jakarta (ANTARA) – Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka emphasized the importance of readiness among all societal elements in facing digital transformation by mastering artificial intelligence (AI), including teachers and parents.He made the statement while observing the AI Ready ASEAN Workshop titled Empowering Students for the Future: AI Literacy for a Digital ASEAN in Bandung, West Java, on Wednesday.President Prabowo Subianto's administration continues to promote the strengthening of science and technology skills, including AI, as a foundation for national progress.Gibran reminded that adapting to technological developments is not solely the responsibility of the younger generation. Educators and parents are also expected to continuously enhance their own capacities to guide children optimally amid the acceleration of the digital era.“Parents and teachers must not be left behind. Do not be ashamed to upgrade your skills,” he said.He noted that AI mastery opens access to broader information and knowledge. However, this ease must be balanced with critical thinking skills to filter, analyze, and utilize information appropriately.“Critical thinking must remain a priority, and computational thinking must also be prioritized,” he added.VP stressed that technological progress, including AI, is inevitable and should be seen as a strategic tool supporting human activities across sectors, from education and economy to public services.Thus, AI use must be ethical, wise, and functionally appropriate. Proper adaptation by teachers and parents is expected to ensure that the younger generation excels not only technically but also demonstrates integrity, responsibility, and maturity in using technology.Closing his remarks, Gibran reiterated the urgency of capacity building for educators.“Once again, teachers must not be left behind, do not hesitate to upgrade your skills,” he concluded.