Global leaders from Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, European Union, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Saudi Arabia, Netherlands, Nigeria, Philippines, Republic of Korea, Rwanda, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Türkiye, Ukraine, UAE, UK, and USA have singed on agreement concerning safe use of AI. The summit being held at Bletchley Park, home of Britain’s World War Two code-breakers and declaration being called Bletchley Declaration. The leaders recognized the vast potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to benefit humanity. They emphasized the importance of developing AI in a safe, responsible, and human-centric manner, and they acknowledge the need for international cooperation. AI is already integrated into various aspects of daily life, and the leaders commit to ensuring its safe development for the greater good, including in public services and towards achieving UN Sustainable Development Goals.
While AI offers opportunities, it also poses significant risks, particularly at the cutting edge of AI development. These risks include potential misuse and unforeseen consequences. International cooperation is crucial in addressing these issues. Countries should consider pro-innovation and proportionate governance approaches to maximize AI’s benefits while mitigating risks. Cooperation and common principles are encouraged, especially regarding frontier AI. All stakeholders, including nations, companies, civil society, and academia, have a role in ensuring AI safety and inclusivity. Collaboration and engagement are essential, particularly to bridge the digital divide and support developing countries.
Developers of powerful AI systems have a strong responsibility for their safety, including transparency, evaluation, and measures to prevent misuse. The leaders’ agenda focuses on identifying shared AI safety risks, building evidence-based understanding, and crafting risk-based policies. They commit to supporting international scientific research on AI safety and sustaining an inclusive global dialogue. The agreement involves numerous countries and international organizations, reflecting the importance of addressing AI challenges through collaboration.
