Singapore Warns UN That AI Safeguards Must Keep Pace With Rapid Capabilities
Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan also cautioned that closure of the Strait of Hormuz would threaten global navigational rights.
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Singapore's Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan told the UN General Assembly that safeguards on artificial intelligence must keep pace with the rapid growth of the technology's capabilities, according to Anadolu Agency.
Addressing the assembly during the 81st session's general debate, Balakrishnan warned that the speed of AI development risks outstripping the governance and regulatory frameworks needed to manage its risks responsibly.
The minister also raised concerns about maritime security, warning that any closure of the Strait of Hormuz would threaten global navigational rights and have far-reaching consequences for international shipping and energy markets.
Singapore, a major global trade and financial hub, has consistently used its UN platform to advocate for stronger international coordination on emerging technology governance alongside traditional security and trade concerns.
Balakrishnan's remarks add Singapore's voice to a broader debate among UN member states this session over how to balance rapid AI innovation with adequate international safeguards.
Sources
- At UN, Singapore warns AI safeguards must keep pace as capabilities race ahead — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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