Resources

The GIP Digital Watch Observatory features more than thousand resources related to over 50 digital policy and Internet governance issues. Resources include: convention and laws; policy instruments; books and publications; academic papers; conference proceedings; studies and reports; articles, editorials, and interviews; multimedia; toolkits, useful links, and other resources. You can also explore instruments through a dedicated interactive map.

AI Action Summit: Statement on Inclusive and Sustainable Artificial Intelligence for People and the Planet 

Resolutions and Declarations

11 Feb 2025

Note: In line with the approach of previous Summits, this Statement relates to civil applications and use of AI only 1. Participants from over 100 countries, including government leaders, international organisations, representatives of civil society, the private sector, and the academic and research communities gathered in Paris on 10 and 11 February 2025 to hold (See more)

UNGA Resolution on AI in the military domain and implications for peace and security

Resolutions and Declarations

24 Dec 2024 - 24 Mar 2025

Resolution adopted by the General Assembly on 24 December 2024  [on the report of the First Committee (A/79/408, para. 114)]  79/239. Artificial intelligence in the military domain and its implications for international peace and security  The General Assembly,  Affirming that international law, including the Charter of the United Nations, international humanitarian law and international human (See more)

Responsible AI in the Military Domain: REAIM Blueprint for Action

Principles and Recommendations

10 Sep 2024

REAIM Blueprint for Action Artificial Intelligence (AI), as an enabling technology, holds extraordinary potential to transform every aspect of military affairs, including military operations, command and control, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) activities, training, information management and logistical support. With the rapid advancement and progress in AI, there is a growing interest by states to (See more)

German Strategy for International Digital Policy

Strategies and Action Plans

1 Feb 2024

The German Strategy for International Digital Policy emphasizes the protection of democracy and freedom in the digital space, promoting human-centric and innovation-friendly rules, supporting secure data flows, shaping international standards, and ensuring the sustainability and resilience of digital societies globally. The strategy aims to safeguard fundamental rights online and offline, advocate for a global, open, and secure internet, enhance technology partnerships, facilitate secure data transfers, shape international standards, and utilize digitalization to address global challenges, emphasizing sustainability and inclusion in digital development.

METAVERSE A LAW ENFORCEMENT PERSPECTIVE

Manuals and Handbooks

18 Jan 2024

The Interpol’s White Paper on the metaverse highlights its potential for law enforcement, focusing on use cases, crime investigation, and governance. It discusses metacrimes like grooming, radicalization, and theft of virtual assets, emphasizing the need for proper forensic procedures and evidence recovery in virtual environments. Multistakeholder engagement and cross-border collaboration are crucial due to the metaverse spanning various jurisdictions and organizations.

UK Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Judicial Guidance

Principles and Recommendations

12 Dec 2023

Guidance has been issued for UK judicial office holders on the use of Artificial Intelligence (), emphasizing the need to align with principles of justice and integrity. The document provides recommendations, examples, and a framework for responsible and ethical AI integration within the legal domain.

Guidelines on the responsible implementation of artificial intelligence systems in journalism

30 Nov 2023

Guidelines on the responsible implementation of artificial intelligence systems in journalism recommend using AI systems in compliance with human rights and professional values, promoting transparency, accountability, and responsible use. The implementation process involves decision-making, identification, acquisition, and integration into organizational practices. Furthermore, it stresses the importance of continuous risk assessment, human oversight, transparency with subjects and audiences, and ongoing training for staff. States are also urged to create favorable conditions for the development of responsible AI systems, ensuring compliance with existing guidelines and respecting human rights.

US-UK Guidelines for secure AI system development

25 Nov 2023

The message outlines guidelines for secure AI system development provided by the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the UK National Cyber Security Centre. The guidelines emphasize the importance of secure design, development, deployment, and operation of AI systems to ensure functionality, availability, and protection of sensitive data. Stakeholders are encouraged to follow these guidelines to make informed decisions throughout the AI system lifecycle, focusing on security outcomes for customers, transparency, accountability, and prioritizing secure by design principles.

Why We Need an International Decade for Data

Principles and Recommendations

8 Nov 2023

The message advocates for the establishment of an International Decade for Data, emphasizing the need for a transformative agenda to responsibly harness the value of data on a global scale, beyond individual privacy and economic gains. This initiative aims to unlock the diverse dimensions of data’s potential and promote a holistic vision of data governance for the benefit of all.

An International Decade for Data: Multistakeholder Cooperation in a Data-Driven World

Principles and Recommendations

8 Nov 2023

The message advocates for global cooperation on data to harness its potential for development and innovation while minimizing inequalities. It calls for a multistakeholder approach to ensure responsible data use and advocates for an International Decade for Data (2025-2035) to improve consistency in data policies globally.