The emergence of international norms on AI ethics, Dr Petru Dumitriu

Dr Petru Dumitriu
DiploFoundation, Switzerland/Malta
Senior Fellow and Lecturer on Multilateral Diplomacy

Purpose: This study aims to analyse the perspectives of the United Nations system, European Union and other international organizations on the ethical aspects of the use of AI tools.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The paper will explore the attempts define the main ethics challenges that may accompany the use of AI as reflected in the documents adopted by international organizations, in particular by the European Union and the United Nations.
Findings: As the United Nations does not have its own capacity to develop AI tools, it is playing a considerable role in defining principles, limits, and possible rules on the use of AI and stimulating international cooperation. However, the regulations adopted by the European Union on AI may influence international cooperation at global level.
Originality: The paper identifies the most significant actions taken at international level, and analyse their similarities, differences, and neglected areas in dealing with the preservation of a strong ethical dimension and the use of AI in service of the public good.
Implications: The paper will help a better knowledge and understanding of the most meaningful conceptual advances in defining and disseminating the principles of ethics among the many stakeholders involved in developing, promoting, and using AI instruments.
Keywords: Ethics, AI, Council of Europe Framework Convention, EU AI Act, UNESCO, Unethical Practices, Enforcement, WSIS.