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AI in the Military Domain: Multilateralism at a Crossroad
The article discusses the challenges of governing AI in military contexts, highlighting efforts by states to establish legal frameworks for AI use in warfare. It notes the divided stance among nations, with some advocating for binding regulations on lethal autonomous weapon systems (LAWS) while others resist constraints on their military AI capabilities. The United Nations has initiated informal dialogues to address these issues, aiming to create a unified governance structure.
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