Formation of AI Advisory Body by UN General Assembly

The United Nations General Assembly has established a specialized advisory body to assist countries in making informed decisions regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Concerns and Objectives

• Member States expressed concerns about the rapid advancements in AI, fearing potential threats to democracy and human rights.
• The advisory body aims to facilitate dialogue among governments on AI-related issues.

Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence

• This panel will provide evidence-based scientific assessments on the opportunities, risks, and impacts of AI.
• UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will appoint members to a 40-member body for a three-year term.

Annual Global Dialogue

• The resolution includes an annual global dialogue involving governments and stakeholders on AI governance.
• These dialogues aim to enhance international cooperation and share best practices, contributing to achieving UN global development goals.
• The first dialogue session is scheduled to take place in Geneva next year during a world summit on AI.

Costa Rican ambassador Maritza Chan Valverde highlighted the UN's commitment to ensuring AI benefits humanity, emphasizing its global impact and rapid pace of development.