The resolution, co-sponsored by over 140 countries, emphasizes the need to address the digital divide and ensure all countries can benefit from AI advancements.
The resolution calls for increased investment and technical assistance to help developing nations build their AI capabilities. It also encourages member states to integrate AI capacity building into national development strategies and foster international collaboration through knowledge sharing and research partnerships.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres praised the resolution’s adoption, highlighting its potential to bridge the global AI divide and empower sustainable development through responsible AI use. Experts believe this resolution could pave the way for more concrete actions, such as coordinated research efforts or targeted training programs, to ensure responsible and equitable adoption of AI technologies on a global scale.