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Global governance and security of artificial intelligence

Overview

The international community remains divided over the governance and security implications of rapidly advancing artificial intelligence. UN Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that AI development is outpacing global understanding, potentially leading to an uncontrolled ‘race to the bottom’ or a catastrophic ‘AI arms race’ between superpowers.

Diplomatic efforts face significant friction. While France has proposed a framework for pre-market evaluation and post-deployment monitoring, US President Donald Trump has dismissed such oversight as a ‘malicious conspiracy’ and a ‘hoax.’ During the UN General Assembly, industry leaders including Sam Altman of OpenAI, Dario Amodei of Anthropic, and Clément Delangue of Hugging Face have provided insights to the UN Security Council. Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar joined these discussions, emphasizing the necessity of maintaining ‘human judgment and control’ and warning that AI regulation must not become a tool to hinder technological access for others.

To address military risks, the UN Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) is launching an international forum to bring together governments, defense companies, and civil society. UNIDIR head Robin Geiss warned that the integration of AI into reconnaissance and early warning systems is narrowing the margin for human judgment, particularly in the nuclear domain. This initiative, part of the Center of Excellence on AI, Peace and Security, seeks to promote common standards for responsible development in areas such as cybersecurity and target selection.

Parallel efforts like the Digital@UNGA 2026 platform, led by the ITU and UNDP, advocate for a ‘Digit’all Future.’ This initiative focuses on moving from theoretical risks to addressing immediate concerns like deepfake disinformation and infrastructure threats through inclusive, multistakeholder cooperation.

Entities

United Nations · Antonio Guterres · United Nations Security Council · OpenAI · United States

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 3 SOURCES] The possibility of a Third World War has become the top global concern according to a UN report.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The UN Global Risks Report 2026 identifies climate change as the most significant risk, while noting rapid progress in geopolitical conflicts and AI.
[● 19 SOURCES] Sam Altman will brief an open UN Security Council meeting in person next week.
[● 14 SOURCES] The UN Institute for Disarmament Research is launching a new initiative on military AI uses.
[● 14 SOURCES] UNIDIR established a Center of Excellence on AI, Peace and Security this summer.
[● 12 SOURCES] UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for coordinated global action to address artificial intelligence risks.
[● 12 SOURCES] President Donald Trump has characterized concerns about AI technology as a ‘hoax’ and opposed government regulation.
[● 12 SOURCES] The U.S. and China have a proposal to set up an AI safety alert system for national security issues.
[● 11 SOURCES] Altman's remarks are expected to focus on AI safety, global benefits, and the need for international coordination.
[● 8 SOURCES] The Trump administration will host a high-level artificial intelligence event on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.

Timeline

12 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 15 sources
UNIDIR launches international forum on military AI
UNIDIR is launching a new international forum to address the military use of AI, warning that rapid technological integration is reducing the margin for human judgment in warfare and nuclear security.
28 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
World leaders call for global AI oversight at United Nations
Twenty-two world leaders have called for a global AI regulatory body at the UN following security breaches, while advocates suggest ASML's chip-making monopoly could serve as an international 'stop button'.
30 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
United Nations hosts dialogue on global information integrity crisis
At a UN-led dialogue in New York, officials and experts called for collective action to combat a global information crisis driven by unregulated AI and corporate dominance of information architecture.
about 1 month ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
United Nations leaders warn of AI risks and multilateralism collapse
At the UN General Assembly, leaders warned of risks from unregulated artificial intelligence and the systemic dismantling of multilateralism and international legal frameworks.
about 1 month ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
Singapore proposes UN framework for AI safety at General Assembly
Singapore's Foreign Minister has proposed a UN framework convention for AI safety at the General Assembly, warning of risks like autonomous weapon misuse and social instability.
about 1 month ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 16 sources
Germany advocates for AI regulation and meets with Russia at UN
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul advocated for AI regulation at the UN and held tense talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, reaffirming Germany's support for Ukraine.
about 1 month ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Pakistan addresses AI and international security at UN Security Council
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar addressed the UN Security Council on AI and international security, calling for human control and inclusive governance to prevent a new AI arms race.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
Digital@UNGA 2026 calls for inclusive AI governance
At Digital@UNGA 2026, the ITU and UNDP called for global multistakeholder cooperation to ensure inclusive governance of AI and digital technology, focusing on innovation, inclusion, and cybersecurity.
about 1 month ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
António Guterres warns of changing nature of warfare at UN Security Council
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that drones and AI are transforming warfare, urging the Security Council to modernize peacekeeping through better funding, updated mandates, and new technologies.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 51 sources
Sam Altman to brief UN Security Council on AI safety
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will brief the UN Security Council on AI safety next week, while the Trump administration hosts a parallel high-level event and the President proposes renaming the technology via social媒体.
about 1 month ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 5 sources
António Guterres warns hate speech is exploiting new technologies
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that hate speech is using AI and digital algorithms to spread rapidly, threatening social cohesion and potentially inciting violence and atrocities.
about 2 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 36 sources
United Nations calls for global AI safety coordination
UN Secretary-General António Guterres is calling for global coordination and dialogue between the US, China, and Europe to manage AI risks and prevent a dangerous technological arms race.
about 2 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 6 sources
UN Security Council to debate artificial intelligence risks and security
The UN Security Council is set to discuss artificial intelligence and security next week, as France pushes for global regulation amid opposition from Donald Trump.
about 2 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
Antonio Guterres warns of global AI inequality at BRICS Summit
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned at the BRICS Summit that the AI divide could deepen global inequalities in wealth, security, and sovereignty unless international cooperation is strengthened.

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