The next annual Brics summit will take up artificial intelligence governance, global health cooperation and financial reform, according to a “concept note” on Thursday from Brazil, the bloc’s chair this year.
Brazil will call for inclusive and ethical global governance of AI technology, arguing its development should not be controlled by a few companies or countries but guided by multilateral frameworks ensuring fair access as well as protecting human rights and preventing algorithmic bias.
“The world needs fair and equitable global governance for AI, where all nations – not just big corporations – have a voice,” the note stated ahead of the summit slated for July.
Brics, an association of leading emerging markets that includes Russia, India, China and South Africa, will also work on developing sovereign AI ecosystems tailored to “reflect the linguistic and cultural diversity of humanity”, the note added.
Brazil’s push against algorithmic bias followed the US’ refusal to sign an international declaration promoting “inclusive” and “sustainable” AI, a decision that deepens a rift between Washington and key global players on the technology’s regulation.
Holding firm, US Vice-President J.D. Vance on Tuesday asserted that excessive oversight could stifle innovation.
