Developing states push for inclusive, development‑oriented global AI governance at UN

Sep 28, 2026

Several speakers urged international rules for artificial intelligence centered on equity and development; Malawi and Mali emphasized access, capacity building, and AI governance tailored to developing countries' needs.

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Delegations used the general debate to bring artificial intelligence from a policy peripheral to a central governance topic, emphasizing risks of an emerging technology divide and the need for inclusive rules.

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