Mozambique advocates strengthening international cooperation to combat the risks associated with the growing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

The position was defended by the Mozambican Minister for Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, Verónica Macamo, this Thursday in New York City, at an open debate of the UN Security Council on the maintenance of International Peace and Security, with a focus on Artificial Intelligence.

According to the Mozambican government official, quoted by Radio MozambiqueAlthough AI offers remarkable opportunities in various sectors, it carries risks such as the amplification of disinformation, the facilitation of cybercrime and use by terrorist networks for pernicious purposes.

"It is important to improve international governance structures by developing legally binding standards that regulate the responsible use of artificial intelligence in armed conflicts and prevent misuse to destabilize regions or compromise the sovereignty of states," said Verónica Macamo.

For Macamo, it is also necessary to invest in training young people and women in technology, particularly in developing countries, in order to reduce the digital divide through technology transfer and technical support.

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