Islamic nations back Riyadh Charter for AI
RIYADH: Fifty-three member states of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, have unanimously approved the Riyadh Charter for Artificial Intelligence in the Islamic World.
The charter was announced during the Global AI Summit, organized by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority in September 2024 in Riyadh, the Saudi Press Agency reported Sunday.
A milestone in the field, it establishes a shared ethical and strategic framework for AI in the Islamic world, the SPA added.
The charter was approved during the 45th session of the ICESCO Executive Council, held in Tunisia, with all member states in attendance and the Saudi AI authority participating.
The session discussed the Riyadh charter as a comprehensive strategic framework for AI development, aligning with Islamic values, promoting sustainable development, and enhancing international cooperation.
Member states affirmed their commitment to strengthening AI governance and supporting its responsible adoption in the Islamic world.
During the session, the organization's Center of Foresight and Artificial Intelligence director, Kais Hammami, presented the charter, outlining its key pillars and strategic objectives.
He emphasized its significance in guiding AI development to serve the shared interests of Islamic countries.
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