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UN 78th Session Adopts China-led AI Resolution with US Support

Jul 2, 2024, 02:53 PM

The United Nations General Assembly, during its 78th session, has unanimously adopted a resolution proposed by China aimed at enhancing international cooperation on artificial intelligence (AI) capacity-building. The resolution, titled 'Enhancing International Cooperation on Capacity-building of Artificial Intelligence,' was co-sponsored by over 140 countries and reflects a significant effort to bridge the gap in AI access between rich and poor nations. This move is seen as part of the ongoing competition between Beijing and Washington for AI dominance. The resolution advocates for an open, fair, and nondiscriminatory business environment and has garnered support from the United States, highlighting a rare moment of agreement between the two nations on AI policy. The resolution aligns with the human-centric principle.