22 countries sign joint declaration to keep artificial intelligence under human supervision

Twenty-two nations, including several European countries, signed a declaration stating that artificial intelligence must remain under human supervision, proposing an international oversight regime.

Declaration Adopted for Artificial Intelligence

Gathering on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly, 22 countries approved a new declaration emphasizing that artificial intelligence must remain under human guidance, oversight, and control.

The declaration drew attention to artificial intelligence's potential to improve lives while stating that it harbors security risks if not properly managed.

Global Oversight and International Mechanism

Leaders demanded that artificial intelligence companies develop transparent security protocols, conduct independent evaluations, and implement joint incident reporting.

Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that they would prefer the establishment of an institution similar to the International Atomic Energy Agency within the framework of the United Nations.

US and China Did Not Participate in the Initiative

While leading artificial intelligence developer countries such as the US and China were not included in this declaration, organizers aim for these two countries to also take part in the process.

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre stated that it would be encouraging for platforms like the G7 and G20 to address this process.

Potential Risks and Benefits of the Technology

Leaders drew attention to the fact that artificial intelligence could pose threats such as biological weapons, autonomous cyber attacks, and lethal robots.

It was emphasized that when used correctly, the technology can provide very high benefits in matters such as the eradication of diseases and productivity.