On September 5, 2024, the Council of Europe opened the Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy, and the Rule of Law (CETS No. 225) for signatures during a conference of Justice Ministers in Vilnius. The treaty ensures AI systems adhere to human rights and democratic principles.
Signatories include the US, UK, EU, and several other nations. The Boston Global Forum (BGF), through its pioneering AI World Society (AIWS) model established in 2017, contributed significantly to this effort. A 2021 conference co-hosted by BGF and Club de Madrid helped lay the foundation for this landmark agreement.
https://www.reuters.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/us-britain-eu-sign-agreement-ai-standards-ft-reports-2024-09-05/