4 kwietnia 2025 r. Polska wzięła udział w posiedzeniu Rady Bezpieczeństwa ONZ w formule Arria nt. wykorzystania sztucznej inteligencji na rzecz utrzymania międzynarodowego pokoju i bezpieczeństwa.

Tekst wystąpienia wygłoszonego przez Krzysztofa Szczerskiego, Stałego Przedstawiciela RP przy NZ w Nowym Jorku, dostępny jest poniżej.

Mister Chair,

Let me start by thanking Greece, France, and the Republic of Korea for convening this meeting. It is commendable that you have brought us here today to address the topic that bears broad implications for international peace and security.

Mister Chair,

The rapid development of AI technology affects all areas of public life. While offering benefits, AI also comes with risks, including security threats and disinformation.

Let me stress the necessary: states must maintain control over use of force decisions, as AI systems are prone to errors and manipulation. The concern extends beyond direct AI use in attacks, propaganda, or human rights violations: it affects economic and social development and lasting peace. Therefore, we must spare no effort to establish international rules governing AI. The momentum is gathering now.

The work of the UN is vital and much appreciated in this regard, and the adoption of the Global Digital Compact is a case in point. We hope that along with the UNGA resolution on the AI in the military domain, the Compact will serve as a framework for more in-depth work on the matter.

Mister Chair,

When it comes to harnessing the AI for maintenance of international peace and security, two aspects require particular attention: first, consequences of AI for international disarmament efforts and second, a possible impact of AI on international regulations concerning Weapons of Mass Destruction. These issues are interconnected, and we believe that UNODA can identify the nexus between disarmament and AI.

Mister Chair,

Irrespective of various threats posed by AI, Poland has no intention of demonising it. On the contrary, as a current ECOSOC member, we promote digitalisation as a means of strengthening institutions and access to public services. New technologies could help reduce inequalities, especially in education, health services, and job opportunities.

Nonetheless, while accelerating progress in digital transformation, we must remain agile. As the generative AI is evolving by leaps and bounds, disinformation, hate speech, and harmful content are produced and spread at a blistering pace. Thus, timing is crucial. We need to focus our joint efforts on promoting cyber hygiene and skillful use of new media worldwide.

To conclude, let me reiterate that only through an integrated approach by all states and partners – be it towards disarmament or socio-economic digitalisation – can we achieve safe, inclusive, and trustworthy AI.

Thank you, Mister Chair.