Spotlight Discussion - Thoughts on the global state of cooperation
Information
- Considering the number of countries and intergovernmental bodies developing recommendations on the use of AI, isn’t there a risk of duplication?
- Various intergovernmental organizations and think-tanks have worked on AI governance guidelines, but who’s leading at a global level?
- How united are EU member states? Can they speak with one voice on issues about legislations and innovation?
- How do geopolitical tensions translate into cooperation on AI research & innovation?
Speakers

Anne Marie Engtoft Larsen
Tech AmbassadorMinistry of Foreign Affairs, Denmark
David van Weel
Assistant Secretary General for Emerging Security ChallengesNorth Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
Yi Zeng
DirectorResearch Center for AI Ethics and Sustainable Development, Beijing Academy of Artificial Intelligence
Moderator: Melissa Heikkilä
AI correspondentPOLITICO
Charina Chou
Global Policy Lead for Emerging TechnologiesGoogle