Global Dialogue on AI Governance (UN General Assembly Resolution A/RES/79/325)
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The UN General Assembly established the Global Dialogue on AI Governance through Resolution A/RES/79/325 to create an inclusive intergovernmental platform for deliberating on artificial intelligence challenges and priorities. It is open to UN member states and a broad range of stakeholders, including civil society and private sector participants. The submission portal accepts contributions through April 30, 2026, with collected input intended to shape emerging global AI governance priorities.
Overview
Resolution A/RES/79/325, adopted by the UN General Assembly, creates a structured multilateral process for deliberating on AI governance at the global level. The framework is designed to be inclusive, inviting submissions from member states, intergovernmental organizations, the private sector, academia, and civil society. The dialogue aims to surface diverse perspectives on AI risks, opportunities, and governance gaps that existing national and regional frameworks may not address consistently. Contributions submitted through the official portal by April 30, 2026 are expected to inform recommendations or instruments that the General Assembly may consider in subsequent sessions. The framework does not yet carry binding legal force; its authority is consultative and norm-shaping in nature. Outcomes may feed into future treaty negotiations, voluntary commitments, or General Assembly resolutions with broader normative impact.
Key Requirements
- •Member states and eligible stakeholders must submit contributions via the official UN portal by April 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT to participate in the formal record.
- •Submissions should address identified AI governance challenges, gaps, and priorities as defined in Resolution A/RES/79/325.
- •No binding compliance obligations are currently attached; participation is voluntary for all non-state stakeholders.
- •Intergovernmental bodies and specialized UN agencies are expected to coordinate submissions through established UN protocols.
- •Enterprises and civil society organizations participating should document their submissions for internal governance records, as outputs may inform future binding instruments.
- •No financial penalties or enforcement mechanisms are in place at this stage; the framework operates on a deliberative, consensus-building basis.