Secretary-General António Guterres opened meeting of AI Advisory Body.
The UN has taken a unique approach by launching a High-Level Advisory Body on AI, comprising 39 members. Led by UN Tech Envoy Amandeep Singh Gill, the body plans to publish its first recommendations by the end of this year, with final recommendations expected next year.
The UN Secretary-General António Guterres opened the meeting of the AI Advisory Body. Guterres, in his address, emphasised the crucial role of the Body in fostering coordination and coherence based on universal norms within the inclusive framework of the UN. Guterres acknowledged the increasing importance of such collaboration in navigating the complexities of the technological landscape.
The Body will publish its interim report by the end of the year. The Secretary-General stressed the key role of this report, calling to present ambitious recommendations. These recommendations are envisioned to revolutionise the landscape of AI by not only empowering humanity but also crafting resilient governance structures poised to tackle the ever-evolving challenges of our time.
About the High-Level Advisory Body on AI
The UN has taken a unique approach by launching a High-Level Advisory Body on AI, comprising 39 members. Led by UN Tech Envoy Amandeep Singh Gill, the body plans to publish its first recommendations by the end of this year, with final recommendations expected next year. These recommendations will be discussed during the UN’s Summit of the Future in September 2024.
Unlike previous initiatives that introduced new principles, the UN’s advisory body focuses on assessing existing governance initiatives worldwide, identifying gaps, and proposing solutions. The tech envoy envisions the UN as the platform for governments to discuss and refine AI governance frameworks.
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