The UN Security Council emphasized the need for global governance and safeguards for artificial intelligence during a recent meeting, highlighting both its potential benefits and risks, particularly in military applications. New initiatives include the establishment of a global AI forum and an independent scientific panel to address these challenges and ensure compliance with international law.
For the first time in history, nearly every nation on Earth has agreed that artificial intelligence is too consequential to leave ungoverned. This week, the United Nations will launch two new institutions to assess AI risks and foster global cooperation on governance.
Artificial Intelligence is transforming emerging markets, offering opportunities in education, healthcare, and financial inclusion, but also risks widening the digital divide. To ensure equitable benefits, it is crucial to adopt an “Inclusion by Design” approach that embeds accessibility, low-bandwidth optimization, and deep localization in AI systems.
World leaders at the upcoming G7 Summit are expected to discuss how to harness the potential of artificial intelligence while establishing proper governance standards. Economic experts highlight the need to address equity issues and support those who may be disrupted by rapid advancements in AI technology.
World leaders and AI pioneers are calling on the United Nations to implement binding global safeguards for artificial intelligence by 2026. This initiative aims to address the growing concerns surrounding the ethical and safe use of AI technologies worldwide.
Egypt’s Minister of Planning and Economic Development, Rania Al-Mashat, emphasized the importance of robust governance frameworks for artificial intelligence to ensure it benefits society ethically and sustainably. During her remarks at the Tokyo International Conference on African Development, she highlighted Africa’s unique opportunity to leverage AI for inclusive development, given the continent’s youthful population and expanding digital economy.
China’s approach to artificial intelligence emphasizes the development of “embodied AI,” which interacts with the physical environment, leveraging the country’s strengths in manufacturing and infrastructure. This contrasts with the U.S. focus on cloud-based intelligence, leading to diverging models of AI development and potential implications for global technological standards.
Morocco has taken an early lead in advancing global AI governance, as stated by Ambassador Omar Hilale during a recent round table discussion. The Kingdom aims to facilitate common views and encourage cooperation in AI governance while promoting sustainable development goals.
Regional policymakers and industry leaders convened at the 2025 PECC Conference in Singapore to discuss the importance of responsible AI governance and the need for collective action in harnessing AI’s potential. Denise Wong from IMDA emphasized that while AI can generate significant value, it also poses risks that must be managed to build public trust and ensure equitable outcomes.
The AI for Good Global Summit 2025 convenes leaders from various sectors to explore how artificial intelligence can support Sustainable Development Goals while mitigating risks like inequality and disinformation. Keynote speaker Doreen Bogdan-Martin emphasized the need for a whole-of-society approach to upskilling in AI and warned against deploying these technologies without adequate understanding and oversight.