Catenaa, Thursday, February 13, 2025 – The United States US) and the United Kingdom (UK) have refused to sign an international declaration on artificial intelligence (AI) at the AI Action Summit in Paris, citing concerns over national security and governance.
The agreement, backed by 61 countries, including France, China, and India, calls for an “open,” “inclusive,” and “ethical” approach to AI development.
US Vice President JD Vance, representing the Trump administration, warned against excessive AI regulation, arguing it could stifle innovation.
“AI is an opportunity that the Trump administration will not squander,” he told delegates.
He advocated for “pro-growth AI policies” over restrictive oversight, positioning the U.S. at odds with leaders like French President Emmanuel Macron, who defended stricter AI governance.
The UK government also declined to sign the declaration, stating it agreed with much of the statement but found it lacking in practical clarity on governance and national security protections.
However, the UK signed separate agreements on AI sustainability and cybersecurity at the summit.
Critics, including Andrew Dudfield of fact-checking group Full Fact, warned that the UK’s decision could undermine its credibility in global AI safety efforts.
Others, including UKAI, a UK AI industry body, supported the move, arguing that strict regulations could hamper innovation.
