On Tuesday (October 6), Bangladesh's Permanent Mission to the United Nations in Geneva announced this in a press release. The proposal was presented on behalf of the Core Group comprising Bangladesh, Algeria, Austria, Egypt, Greece, Guyana, Kuwait and Nepal.
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Bangladesh's proposal on AI unanimously adopted at UN
The proposal emphasized the potential of AI in development and innovation, as well as the protection of human rights, human dignity and individuals' decision-making capacity. It also emphasized keeping the development and use of AI consistent with international human rights law.
In addition, emphasis was placed on international cooperation, technical assistance, exchange of knowledge and science, access to technology and capacity-building for developing countries.
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Bangladesh's Permanent Mission said that, under the guidance of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Bangladesh, as the pen holder of the proposal, held discussions with Core Group members and various delegations and stakeholders. The unanimous adoption of the proposal has been cited as an important example of Bangladesh's participation in international discussions on the relationship between AI and human rights.