Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) New Delhi Declaration Unveiled

In a landmark meeting held in New Delhi on December 13, 2023, ministers from the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) gathered to declare their unwavering commitment to responsible stewardship of trustworthy AI. The principles and values reflected in the OECD Recommendation on AI served as the guiding framework for their discussions, emphasizing democratic values, human rights, dignity, personal data protection, intellectual property rights, privacy, security, innovation, and the promotion of trustworthy, responsible, sustainable, and human-centered AI.

Key Points from the Declaration:

1. Commitment to Responsible AI: Ministers affirmed their commitment to advancing safe, secure, and trustworthy AI within their respective jurisdictions. This includes the development of relevant regulations, policies, standards, and other initiatives.
2. Appreciation for Leadership: Acknowledgment was made of the remarkable progress and achievements under the leadership of Japan as the 2023 Lead Chair, with India as the Incoming Support Chair and France as the Outgoing Support Chair.
3. Support for GPAI Projects: The contributions of the Multistakeholder Experts Group (MEG) towards GPAI projects were applauded. Ministers expressed their commitment to supporting the sustainability of GPAI projects, aligning with country-specific contexts and priorities.
4. Recognition of AI’s Impact: The ministers recognized the rapid advancements in AI systems and their potential to drive economic growth, innovation, and job creation. They also acknowledged the need to address challenges such as misinformation, unemployment, lack of transparency, and threats to human rights.
5. India’s Role as Lead Chair: Ministers expressed support for India, the Lead Chair for 2024, in promoting collaborative AI for global partnership among GPAI members. This includes supporting projects aimed at ensuring equitable access to critical resources for AI research and innovation.
6. Focus on Sustainable Agriculture: AI innovation in supporting sustainable agriculture emerged as a new thematic priority for GPAI. Ministers emphasized the importance of developing trustworthy AI applications for sustainable food production and resilient agricultural practices.
7. Enhanced Visibility of GPAI: Efforts undertaken by India, the incoming support chair, the GPAI secretariat, and the Executive Council to increase the visibility of GPAI were commended. Advocacy efforts to enhance public visibility and facilitate the adoption of GPAI’s work were reiterated.
8. Global Collaboration: Recognition was given to international efforts, including GPAI’s contributions to the G7 leaders’ statement on the Hiroshima AI Process, the Bletchley Declaration, and the G20 New Delhi leaders’ declaration.
9. Strengthening GPAI’s Identity: Ministers reaffirmed their dedication to strengthening GPAI’s independent and unique identity as a key multilateral initiative for practical approaches to advancing the trustworthy development, deployment, and use of AI.
10. Global Impact and Cooperation: GPAI’s commitment to pursuing a diverse membership, with a focus on low and middle-income countries, was reiterated to ensure a broad range of expertise and global impact.

The New Delhi Declaration solidifies GPAI’s position as a pivotal global initiative for shaping the responsible future of AI, promoting innovation, and fostering international collaboration.