Council of Europe AI Convention (Framework Convention)
International (Council of Europe)
Open for signature (not yet in force)
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Overview
| Jurisdiction | International (Council of Europe) |
|---|---|
| Status | Open for signature (not yet in force) |
| Signed Date | Sep 5, 2024 |
| Effective Date | TBD — requires 3 ratifications to enter into force |
| Enforcement Body | Council of Europe Conference of Parties (to be established upon entry into force) |
| Affected Entities | Countries ratifying the convention (currently open to Council of Europe members and non-member states) |
Scope
First international treaty on AI. Covers AI systems' lifecycle, protecting human rights, democracy, and rule of law. Open to non-European countries. Binding on ratifying parties.
Key Requirements
- Protection of human rights in AI development and use
- Safeguarding democracy in AI deployment
- Upholding rule of law with AI systems
- Transparency and accountability obligations
- Risk assessment and mitigation framework
- Cross-border cooperation on AI risks
- Remedies for AI-caused harms
Penalties
Treaty obligations enforced through international law; monitoring mechanism to be established.