Artificial intelligence: Partnership between UNESCO and the EU to speed up the implementation of ethical rules

UNESCO and the European Commission have just signed an agreement to accelerate global implementation of the UNESCO Recommendation on the ethics of artificial intelligence adopted in November 2021 by the 193 Member States of the Organization. A budget of €4 million will be dedicated to supporting the least developed countries in the establishment of their national legislation.


Ethics of Artificial Intelligence

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Since November 2021, the UNESCO Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence provides a common normative framework for all countries around the world. Nearly 30 countries have already started using this Recommendation to establish national legislation ensuring that artificial intelligence respects fundamental freedoms and human rights, and benefits all humanity.


See more at UNESCO's official website