US and UK decline to join international AI declaration
Photo: French President Emmanuel Macron and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Artificial Intelligence Summit (x.com/FranceinIndia)
The United States and the United Kingdom declined to sign an international declaration on artificial intelligence, which was discussed at a summit in Paris, according to BBC.
The declaration was signed by France, China, India, and several other countries. It promotes an "open," "inclusive," and "ethical" approach to AI development.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s office stated that the UK "hadn't been able to agree all parts of the leaders' declaration." London will only join initiatives that "are in UK national interests."
Meanwhile, US Vice President J.D. Vance said that overly strict AI regulations could "kill a transformative industry just as it's taking off."
Vance added that AI is "an opportunity that the Trump administration will not squander" and stressed that "pro-growth AI policies" should take priority over safety. He advocated for regulation that fosters AI development "rather than strangles it."
His stance directly contrasts with that of French President Emmanuel Macron, who sees further AI regulation as essential.
We need these rules for AI to move forward," Macron said during the summit in Paris.
What the document provides for
The international AI declaration, signed by 60 countries, emphasizes the need for transparency, safety, as well as reliability and trustworthiness in AI systems.
Another priority outlined in the document is ensuring that AI remains resilient for people and the planet.
Additionally, it was previously reported that billionaire Elon Musk is looking to buy OpenAI for $97.4 billion.
