At the Global AI Conference in Geneva, UAE's Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs, Omran Sharaf, emphasized the importance of preventing AI weapons from falling into the hands of terrorists.
Omran Sharaf's Key Statements
Speaking at the event, Omran Sharaf expressed concerns about the blurring lines between peaceful and military uses of new technologies. "We have violent non-state actors owning ballistic technologies that state actors sometimes do not own," he stated. Sharaf also highlighted the need for systems that ensure responsible behavior, transparency, and control.
Blurred Lines Between Peaceful and Military Uses of Technology
Sharaf noted the shift where technologies often have dual-use potential. "Today, the line between civilian and military is becoming more vague. It's a grey area," he said. He urged for global cooperation to create standards and avoid reckless approaches.
Global Examples of AI in Military Use
Recently, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un personally oversaw tests of AI-based suicide drones. Additionally, Ukraine has collected extensive war data to train its AI systems. Israel has been accused of using AI and chemical weapons in strikes on Gaza.
The issues raised at the Geneva conference highlight the need for more responsible approaches to AI military use. Countries must strive for transparency and global cooperation to avoid the dangerous consequences of such technology use.
