Georgian President addresses UN inaugural global dialogue on AI governance in Geneva

Georgian President Mikheil Kavelashvili on Monday addressed the United Nations Inaugural Global Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence Governance in Geneva, highlighting the importance of international cooperation and effective global governance amid the rapid development of artificial intelligence.

The President stressed that AI represents not only technological progress but also a major political and societal challenge that requires a coordinated international response.

Kavelashvili said the development of artificial intelligence should be based on respect for human dignity, fundamental rights and national sovereignty.

The President also discussed AI’s potential to advance science, healthcare, education and innovation, noting that these opportunities can only be fully realized through broad international cooperation.

Concluding his remarks, Kavelashvili emphasized that it was important for Georgia to participate in global dialogue formats that promote inclusive cooperation on artificial intelligence.