This guidance is shaped by the Maqasid Syariah, the objectives of Islamic law that aim to protect and promote human wellbeing.

The five Maqasid (preservation of religion, life, intellect, lineage and wealth) serve as an ethical compass that complements international frameworks in evaluating AI adoption in education.

By adopting the Seven Principles for Ethical AI in Education recommended in the TeachAI Toolkit, the Ministry of Education ensures AI use is guided by both global standards and Negara Brunei Darussalam’s values, faith, culture and community. This alignment promotes inclusivity and ensures technology strengthens rather than weakens society. ​