PN’s AI Chatbot Sparks 5,000 Conversations in a Day: A Glimpse into Malta’s Political Tech Future

Imagine standing in the bustling Republic Street in Valletta, the sun beating down on the historic cobblestones, and suddenly, your phone buzzes with a message from the leader of Malta’s Nationalist Party (PN). But it’s not a pre-written campaign message. It’s a conversation, powered by artificial intelligence. Welcome to the future of Maltese politics.

PN’s AI Chatbot: A First in Maltese Politics

The PN has made headlines by launching an AI-powered chatbot manifesto tool, a first in Maltese politics. In just 24 hours, the chatbot, named ‘Manifesto’, engaged in over 5,000 conversations with locals and foreigners alike, demonstrating a hunger for interactive political discourse.

The chatbot, developed by local tech firm The Spectre, uses natural language processing to understand and respond to users’ queries. It’s not just about numbers, though. The PN is eager to understand what matters to Maltese people, and this tool is their latest attempt to listen and engage.

From Republic Street to Your Pocket: Making Politics Accessible

PN’s deputy leader, David Agius, sees this tool as a way to make politics more accessible. “We’re bringing our manifesto to people’s pockets,” he says, “We want to engage with everyone, from the busy professional in Valletta to the retiree in Gozo.” The chatbot is available on PN’s website and via WhatsApp, ensuring no one is left behind in the digital divide.

This isn’t just about convenience, though. It’s about democracy. By using AI to understand and respond to voters’ concerns, the PN is showing a commitment to listening and learning from the people they hope to represent.

: The Future of Political Engagement in Malta

The success of PN’s AI chatbot raises intriguing questions about the future of political engagement in Malta. Could we see more parties adopting AI tools to connect with voters? Will AI change the way we debate and discuss politics? , but one thing is clear: the PN has started a conversation that’s set to continue long after the chatbot’s 24-hour buzz has faded.

As PN’s leader Bernard Grech puts it, “This is just the beginning. We’re not just here to talk, we’re here to listen. And with Manifesto, we’re listening like never before.”