Paris AI Summit: US and UK Decline to Sign Global AI Declaration
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At the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris, held on February 10-11, 2025, the United States and United Kingdom declined to sign a declaration backed by approximately 60 nations, including France, China, and India. The agreement promotes the development of AI in an "open", "inclusive" and "ethical" manner.
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Content of the Declaration
The "Statement on Inclusive and Sustainable Artificial Intelligence for People and the Planet" outlines commitments to ensure AI is "transparent, safe, secure, and trustworthy". It also highlights the need to make AI "sustainable for people and the planet" while strengthening international coordination in AI governance.
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US and UK Concerns
The UK government cited a lack of "practical clarity on global governance" and insufficient attention to national security risks. A spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated,
"We felt the declaration didn't provide enough practical clarity on governance, nor sufficiently address harder questions around national security and the challenges AI poses".
US Vice President JD Vance warned against "excessive regulation," arguing it could stifle innovation. Emphasizing the Trump administration's pro-growth stance, he stated,
"To restrict its development now will not only unfairly benefit incumbents in this space, it would paralyze one of the most promising technologies of our generation".
Macron’s Call for Collaboration
Summit host French President Emmanuel Macron advocated for a collaborative approach to AI governance. He stressed the importance of trust and balance, warning, "If we break the trust, AI will divide the world". Macron called for international cooperation to ensure "fair and open access to these innovations for the whole planet."
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Source: The Guardian, Elysee
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